Sgs
SGS S.A., headquartered in Switzerland (CH), is a global leader in inspection, verification, testing, and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS has established a strong presence across various operational regions, including Europe, Asia, and the Americas. The company operates primarily within the quality assurance and risk management sectors, providing essential services that ensure compliance and enhance safety across multiple industries. SGS offers a diverse range of core services, including product testing, certification, and supply chain management, distinguished by its commitment to quality and integrity. With a reputation for excellence, SGS has achieved notable milestones, such as being the first company to be accredited for ISO 17025. As a trusted partner, SGS continues to set industry standards, reinforcing its position as a market leader in the global testing and certification landscape.
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Sgs's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, SGS reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,114,974,000 kg CO2e, comprising 101,320,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 219,073,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 794,581,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions included significant contributions from purchased goods and services (486,821,000 kg CO2e) and employee commuting (78,884,000 kg CO2e). SGS has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 46.2% and Scope 3 emissions by 28% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, SGS is committed to a 90% reduction in absolute emissions across all scopes by 2050. In the near term, SGS aims for a 45% reduction in CO2 emissions related to business travel by 2025. The company is also focused on reducing the carbon intensity of its operations, with a target of decreasing emissions per revenue by 35% by 2023 and 55% by 2030. These initiatives align with the Business Ambition for 1.5°C and demonstrate SGS's commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 108,231,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 77,082,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 766,938,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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