RS PCL
RS's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2023, RS 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).
RS has also provided a category-level breakdown for 3 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
| Metric (tCO2e) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 - 2017 |
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Total Scope 1 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  b | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Total Scope 2 | ||||
Unspecified Calculation Method | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  b | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  b | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  b | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
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Insights into RS's Operational Emissions
In 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of RS amounted to 3,418,013 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 2022, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of RS increased by 15.04%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations. a b
RS's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are RS's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2023, the total Scope 1 emissions of RS were 355,626 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Compared to the previous year (2022), RS's Scope 1 emissions increased by 25.09%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations. a b
What are RS's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2023, RS reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 3,062,387 tCO₂e without specifying the calculation method. a
Has RS reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Since 2020, RS's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ( Unspecified Calculation Method) have increased by 22.62%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time. a b
Compared to the previous year (2022), RS's Scope 2 emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method) rose by 13.98% in 2023, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from purchased electricity and energy a b
What methodology does RS use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2023, RS reported its Scope 2 emissions using an unspecified methodology. a
RS's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)
Insights into RS's Value Chain Emissions
In 2023, RS reported 65,763 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 2023 disclosure of RS includes a breakdown across 3 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2022, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a
RS's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are RS's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, RS reported total Scope 3 emissions of 65,763 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Approximately 52.11% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 47.89% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a
Compared to the previous year (2022), RS's Scope 3 emissions decreased by 42.43%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower indirect emissions from its value chain. a
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does RS disclose?
In 2023, RS reported emissions for 3 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a
The limited disclosure restricts visibility into specific emission sources across the company's value chain.
What are the main sources of RS's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, the largest contributors to RS's Scope 3 emissions were: a
- Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 32,881 tCO₂e (50%)
- End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products (Cat. 12): 31,493 tCO₂e (47.89%)
- Employee Commuting (Cat. 7): 1,389 tCO₂e (2.11%)
RS's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into RS’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2023, RS reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 355,626 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 106 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 3,354.15 tCO₂e per millions USD. a
RS's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does RS's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2023, RS reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 3,354.15 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 1.29 , this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. a
Where does RS rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2023, RS ranked 22 out of 21 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a
This places RS among the least efficient performers, with one of the highest emissions intensities in its sector. a
Insights into RS's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2023, RS reported a total carbon footprint of 3,483,776 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 12.91% increase compared to 2022, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain. a b
The largest contributor to RS's total carbon footprint was Scope 2 emissions, accounting for 87.9% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 10.21%. a