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Penna plc Sustainability Profile

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Penna plc, a leading name in the recruitment and talent management industry, is headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1980, the company has established a strong presence across the UK and internationally, providing innovative solutions in executive search, assessment, and talent development. With a focus on delivering tailored services, Penna plc stands out for its commitment to understanding client needs and fostering long-term relationships. The company’s core offerings include recruitment consultancy, leadership development, and employee engagement strategies, all designed to enhance organisational performance. Recognised for its expertise and client-centric approach, Penna plc has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for excellence in recruitment services. As a trusted partner for businesses seeking to optimise their talent strategies, Penna plc continues to shape the future of workforce management.

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87

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

29

Industry Benchmark

Penna plc's score of 87 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Penna plc's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Adecco Group AG

Penna plc, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as no emissions figures are available. However, the company is part of a corporate family that includes Adecco Group AG, from which it inherits climate commitments and initiatives. As a current subsidiary of Adecco Group AG, Penna plc aligns with the sustainability goals set by its parent company. Adecco has established various climate initiatives, including Science Based Targets (SBTi) and participation in the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), which aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions across its operations. While specific reduction targets for Penna plc are not detailed, the overarching commitments from Adecco Group AG indicate a strong focus on sustainability and climate action. This includes initiatives aimed at reducing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, although specific figures for Penna plc are not disclosed. In summary, while Penna plc does not provide its own emissions data, it is committed to the climate initiatives and targets cascaded from Adecco Group AG, reflecting a broader commitment to environmental responsibility within its corporate structure.

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Scope 2
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How Carbon Intensive is Penna plc's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Penna plc's primary industry is Business Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Penna plc's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Penna plc is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Penna plc's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Penna plc's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 5% last year and increased significantly since 2012, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Employee Commuting" being the largest emissions source at 93% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Employee Commuting
93%
Business Travel
3%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
2%
Capital Goods
1%
Purchased Goods and Services
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Investments
<1%
Downstream Leased Assets
<1%

Penna plc's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Penna plc has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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