Rentokil Initial is a UK-based pest control and hygiene services company operating across 89 countries.
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Rentokil Initial discloses Scope 1 & 2 emissions but covers only 2 of 15 Scope 3 categories, masking ~58% of estimated value-chain emissions. Absolute emissions rose 0.8% in 2024. No SBTi validation, no third-party assurance of GHG data, and the core pest-control business carries material undisclosed nature risk across 89 countries.
Rentokil Initial scores 31/100 (Below expectations) on SINK's independent climate assessment, scored from public data only. Fees pay for the review, never the result. Last verified August 2026.
That places Rentokil Initial joint 588th of 847 companies scored, and joint 37th of 45 in FMCG / Consumer Goods.
Where Rentokil Initial sits among fmcg / consumer goods peers.
Among the 45 major fmcg / consumer goods brands we've scored, Rentokil Initial is tied =37th of 45, with 1 other.
Its three lowest-scoring questions, and what the evidence didn't show.
Scope 3 disclosed across only 2 of 15 GHG Protocol categories.
Emissions intensity improved 12.52% over five years but intensity gains do not offset absolute increases.
No TNFD disclosure, no quantified nature footprint, no deforestation-free commitment.
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“0.8% Increase in energy and fuel-related emissions in 2024”
“Rentokil Initial PLC's available disclosure covers Scope 1 (295,617 tCO2e), Scope 2 (20,941 tCO2e)”
“Our target is for 90% of our global properties to use renewable energy by 2030”
“In 2024, 10% of our European and UK fleet were ultra-low emission vehicles, achieving our 2025 target”
“in France of the total water consumed in the workwear washing processes, it was found in 2018 c.75% came from ground sources”
“We are committed to a net zero carbon emissions target by the end of 2040”
“carbon neutrality is achieved through a holistic approach that integrates...verified carbon offset projects”
“Rentokil Initial is deploying AI-powered smart traps globally by 2026–2027, enhancing real-time pest monitoring and reducing chemical pesticide use”
“Colleagues in Indonesia travelled to Tidung Island in 2024 to plant 2,500 mangrove trees”
“the Group's ability to comply with safety, health and environmental policies, laws and regulations, including laws pertaining to the use of pesticides”
“Rentokil Initial's five-year emissions intensity values have improved by 12.52%”
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Rentokil Initial is a UK-based pest control and hygiene services company operating across 89 countries. Founded in 1924 and headquartered in London, it delivers integrated pest management, cleaning, and workwear solutions to commercial and industrial clients globally, generating £5.44B in annual revenue.
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