Rotork PLC

Common Name
Rotork
Country
United Kingdom
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Specialty Industrial Machinery
Employees
3,493
Ticker
ROR
Exchange
LONDON STOCK EXCHANGE
Description
Rotork Plc, a UK-based engineering company, specializes in the design and manufacture of industrial valve actuators and flow control products. It plays a pivotal role in providing automated systems th...

Rotork's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, Rotork completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).

Rotork has also provided a category-level breakdown for 9 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Total Scope 3
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Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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Verified Sources Behind Rotork’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data

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a. Rotork's Annual Report 2024
a. Rotork's Annual Report 2024
b. Rotork's Annual Report 2023
b. Rotork's Annual Report 2023

Insights into Rotork's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Rotork amounted to 7,138 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2). a

Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Rotork decreased by 0.17%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a

Rotork's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

202120222023202409501.9 k2.85 k3.8 ktCO2e-15%+2%+11%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Rotork's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Rotork were 3,533 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Compared to the previous year (2023), Rotork's Scope 1 emissions increased by 10.51%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations. a

What are Rotork's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, Rotork reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 2,344 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 3,605 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a

Has Rotork reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Compared to the previous year (2023), Rotork's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Rotork 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a

What methodology does Rotork use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, Rotork reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method. a

Rotork's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

202120222023202401.5 k3 k4.5 k6 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into Rotork's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, Rotork reported 341,953 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain. a

The 2024 disclosure of Rotork includes a breakdown across 9 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2023, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a

Rotork's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

20202022202320240150 k300 k450 k600 ktCO2e+43%-9%-9%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Rotork's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, Rotork reported total Scope 3 emissions of 341,953 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Approximately 25.34% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 74.66% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a

Has Rotork reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2020, Rotork's Scope 3 emissions have increased by 18.36%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a b

Compared to the previous year (2023), Rotork's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Rotork 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint. a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Rotork disclose?

In 2024, Rotork reported emissions for 9 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a

This partial disclosure allows for some insight into the company's indirect impacts.

What are the main sources of Rotork's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, the largest contributors to Rotork's Scope 3 emissions were: a

  • Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 253,939 tCO₂e (74.26%)
  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 70,861 tCO₂e (20.72%)
  • Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 4): 7,899 tCO₂e (2.31%)

Rotork's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(20.7%)Use of Sold Products(Cat. 11)(74.3%)UpstreamTransportation andDistribution(Cat. 4)(2.3%)

Insights into Rotork’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, Rotork reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 3,533 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 947 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 3.73 tCO₂e per millions USD. a

Rotork's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

202002,00020,000500,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)1005001,0005,00020,000Revenues (Millions of USD)LGSClarksonYear: 2023Scope 1: 1,014 tCO2eRevenue: $M 814Scope 1 Intensity: 1.25 tCO2e/$MLLLords Group TradingYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,104 tCO2eRevenue: $M 548Scope 1 Intensity: 9.31 tCO2e/$MSerco GroupYear: 2023Scope 1: 24,033 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,206Scope 1 Intensity: 3.87 tCO2e/$MHaysYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,414 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,788Scope 1 Intensity: 0.62 tCO2e/$MGenuit GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 13,063 tCO2eRevenue: $M 704Scope 1 Intensity: 18.55 tCO2e/$MPentairYear: 2024Scope 1: 35,157 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,083Scope 1 Intensity: 8.61 tCO2e/$MGGGoodwinYear: 2025Scope 1: 8,288 tCO2eRevenue: $M 293Scope 1 Intensity: 28.30 tCO2e/$MIMIYear: 2024Scope 1: 10,535 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,773Scope 1 Intensity: 3.80 tCO2e/$MYouGovYear: 2024Scope 1: 122 tCO2eRevenue: $M 430Scope 1 Intensity: 0.28 tCO2e/$MHSS Hire GroupYear: 2023Scope 1: 9,385 tCO2eRevenue: $M 445Scope 1 Intensity: 21.11 tCO2e/$MVolution GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,120 tCO2eRevenue: $M 446Scope 1 Intensity: 4.75 tCO2e/$MMorgan Advanced MaterialsYear: 2024Scope 1: 111,011 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,381Scope 1 Intensity: 80.37 tCO2e/$MSeverfieldYear: 2024Scope 1: 6,101 tCO2eRevenue: $M 585Scope 1 Intensity: 10.43 tCO2e/$MSmiths GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 19,687 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,021Scope 1 Intensity: 4.90 tCO2e/$MWeir GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 64,880 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,144Scope 1 Intensity: 20.63 tCO2e/$MKier GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 28,853 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,938Scope 1 Intensity: 5.84 tCO2e/$MRS GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 5,734 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,757Scope 1 Intensity: 1.53 tCO2e/$MQinetiQ GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 19,662 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,499Scope 1 Intensity: 7.87 tCO2e/$MHill & SmithYear: 2023Scope 1: 36,664 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,057Scope 1 Intensity: 34.70 tCO2e/$MGattacaYear: 2024Scope 1: 38 tCO2eRevenue: $M 500Scope 1 Intensity: 0.08 tCO2e/$MMorgan Sindall GroupYear: 2023Scope 1: 8,733 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,243Scope 1 Intensity: 1.67 tCO2e/$MHalmaYear: 2025Scope 1: 4,128 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,909Scope 1 Intensity: 1.42 tCO2e/$MRathbones GroupYear: 2023Scope 1: 584 tCO2eRevenue: $M 727Scope 1 Intensity: 0.80 tCO2e/$MMelrose IndustriesYear: 2024Scope 1: 21,245 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,352Scope 1 Intensity: 4.88 tCO2e/$MSSSpirax GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 17,405 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,090Scope 1 Intensity: 8.33 tCO2e/$MRotorkYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,533 tCO2eRevenue: $M 947Scope 1 Intensity: 3.73 tCO2e/$M

How does Rotork's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2024, Rotork reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 3.73 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 4.9 , this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors. a

Where does Rotork rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, Rotork ranked 9 out of 25 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a

Rotork is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency. a

Insights into Rotork's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, Rotork reported a total carbon footprint of 349,091 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 8.38% decrease compared to 2023, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a

The largest contributor to Rotork's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 97.96% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 1.03%. a

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