Rotork plc, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading global provider of flow control and instrumentation solutions. Founded in 1957, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific. Specialising in the design and manufacture of electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic actuators, Rotork is renowned for its innovative products that enhance efficiency and reliability in various industries, such as oil and gas, water and wastewater, and power generation. With a commitment to quality and technological advancement, Rotork has achieved significant milestones, including the development of smart actuator technology that integrates seamlessly with modern control systems. The company’s market position is bolstered by its extensive portfolio of services, including maintenance and support, ensuring customers receive comprehensive solutions tailored to their needs.
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In 2024, Rotork's carbon emissions in Great Britain totalled approximately 724,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 emissions, with a location-based total of about 1,247,000 kg CO2e. Globally, their emissions were significantly higher, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 3,533,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 2,344,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a staggering 341,953,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. Rotork has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, compared to a 2020 baseline. Additionally, they are targeting a 25% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by the same year. The company is also committed to ensuring that 25% of its suppliers, by emissions, will have science-based targets by 2027. Furthermore, Rotork aims for net-zero emissions for Scope 1 and 2 by 2035 and for Scope 3 by 2045. Notably, Rotork achieved an 18% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions in 2020, equating to a 9.5% reduction per £1 million of revenue. This commitment to sustainability is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which has validated their targets as consistent with the reductions necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C.
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2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 4,448,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 5,396,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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