Erm, officially known as Environmental Resources Management, is a leading global provider of environmental, health, safety, and sustainability consulting services. Headquartered in Great Britain, Erm operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific, serving a diverse range of industries. Founded in 1987, the company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for its innovative approaches to sustainability. Erm's core offerings encompass environmental assessments, risk management, and sustainability strategy development, distinguished by their commitment to integrating cutting-edge technology and data analytics. With a strong market position, Erm is recognised for its expertise in helping organisations navigate complex regulatory landscapes and achieve their sustainability goals. The company continues to set benchmarks in the industry, driving positive change for clients and the environment alike.
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In 2023, ERM reported total carbon emissions of approximately 40,427,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 1,004,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 25,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions of around 39,398,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a commitment to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 80% by 2025, using 2014 as the baseline year. Additionally, ERM aims to achieve a 30% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by the same year. Over the years, ERM has demonstrated a consistent reduction in emissions, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions decreasing from about 5,920,000 kg CO2e in 2014 to 1,004,000 kg CO2e in 2023. This represents a significant achievement towards their near-term targets. Looking ahead, ERM has set long-term goals to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the value chain by FY40. This includes a commitment to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2030 and a 90% reduction by 2040. The company is actively working towards these targets as part of its broader climate strategy, aligning with industry standards and science-based targets.
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2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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