Arcadis
Arcadis, officially known as Arcadis NV, is a leading global design and consultancy firm headquartered in the Netherlands. Established in 1888, the company has evolved to become a prominent player in the built and natural environment sectors, with significant operations across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific. Specialising in areas such as infrastructure, water management, and environmental services, Arcadis is renowned for its innovative solutions that enhance sustainability and resilience. The firm’s commitment to integrating technology and data analytics into its services sets it apart in the industry. With a strong market position, Arcadis has received numerous accolades for its contributions to sustainable development and urban regeneration. Its dedication to creating positive impacts on communities and ecosystems underscores its reputation as a trusted partner in shaping a better world.
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Arcadis's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Arcadis reported total carbon emissions of approximately 284,770,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 8,690,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at approximately 280,000 kg CO2e, and a significant Scope 3 total of about 275,800,000 kg CO2e. This represents an increase from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 267,000,000 kg CO2e. Arcadis has set ambitious carbon reduction targets, aiming for a 50% reduction in total emissions by 2025, with a target of less than 280,000 kg CO2e. Additionally, they are committed to achieving net zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, with interim targets of reducing Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 71% by 2029 and 90% by 2035, both from a 2019 baseline. Furthermore, they aim to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 45% by 2029. The company has also committed to increasing its sourcing of renewable electricity from 6.8% in 2019 to 100% by 2022, and to reducing Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions per full-time employee by 74% by 2035. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and support the goals of the Paris Agreement. Overall, Arcadis's climate commitments reflect a strong dedication to sustainability and significant efforts to mitigate their carbon footprint, with a focus on both absolute and intensity-based reductions across all scopes of emissions.
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| 2008 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 33,419,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 33,419,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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