Rexel extends carbon tracking to all products distributed in Europe
5 minutes
May 12, 2026
Paris, May 7, 2026 – Rexel, a leading multispecialist in electrification and energy optimization solutions, is taking carbon footprint calculation to the next level for the products in its European catalogue. Thanks to a methodology deployed in Europe, the company can now communicate carbon emissions data for 100% of the products distributed in eight countries – around 4 million product references in total – to help professionals understand and manage the carbon impact of their purchases.
Carbon Tracker: the low-carbon co-pilot for electrical professionals
In a context of increasing environmental regulation, electrical professionals must measure and report the carbon footprint of their operations, yet often lack the tools to do so. When bidding for new contracts, they must also address this new requirement.
To help customers meet this need, Rexel developed the Carbon Tracker, which automatically estimates the carbon footprint of products purchased from Rexel while generating advice on ways to reduce emissions. By freeing professionals from the task of consolidating complex environmental data, this solution transforms every order into an ESG management tool.
100% of products covered
In 2026, the methodology developed by Rexel enables the company to estimate the carbon impact of its entire catalogue across eight European countries, including France, representing a total of 4 million product references. When used to guide purchasing decisions, this new methodology offers electrical professionals a unique opportunity to manage their ESG strategies, simplify environmental reporting and report on their carbon-reduction measures.
Previously, Rexel’s carbon calculations were exclusively based on a Bureau-Veritas verified methodology combining manufacturers’ environmental product declarations with technical specifications. Designed for precise, robust readings, this approach covered around 70% of the company’s European catalogue. Now, the “100% methodology” also estimates the remaining 30% to provide full coverage.
To ensure transparency, Rexel has introduced a three-level reliability index for the calculations:
- High: based on the manufacturer’s environmental data
- Medium: based on product specifications using the Bureau Veritas-verified methodology
- Low: based on comparisons with similar products from Rexel’s catalogue
The question is no longer whether companies should measure their carbon impact but whether they have the tools to do so. By providing an estimated carbon footprint for every product distributed by Rexel, our Carbon Tracker helps professionals manage the environmental performance of their buildings and projects.
Céline Coulibre-Duménil
Rexel Group ESG Director