Recruit Holdings Co
Recruit Holdings Co., Ltd., commonly known as Recruit, is a prominent global leader in the staffing and recruitment industry, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1960, the company has evolved significantly, expanding its operations across major regions including North America, Europe, and Asia. Specialising in human resource solutions, Recruit offers a diverse range of services, including staffing, recruitment, and workforce management through its well-known brands such as Indeed and Glassdoor. These platforms are distinguished by their user-friendly interfaces and extensive job listings, making them invaluable resources for job seekers and employers alike. With a strong market position, Recruit Holdings has achieved notable milestones, including its listing on the Tokyo Stock Exchange and its acquisition of Indeed in 2012, solidifying its status as a key player in the global employment services sector.
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Recruit Holdings Co's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Recruit Holdings Co., Ltd. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 760,076,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 7,289,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of approximately 2,262,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 750,525,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve carbon neutrality across its entire value chain by FY2030. Recruit Holdings has established specific reduction targets: a 46.2% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2030, using FY2019 as the base year, and a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by the same year. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are consistent with the reductions necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The company is committed to maintaining its annual carbon neutrality certification while striving for net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. This comprehensive approach reflects Recruit Holdings' dedication to sustainability and its proactive stance in addressing climate change.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 12,268,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 29,854,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 926,046,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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