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Grey Worldwide Sustainability Profile

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Grey Worldwide, commonly known as Grey, is a leading advertising and marketing agency headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1917, Grey has established a formidable presence in major operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. The agency operates within the advertising industry, specialising in integrated marketing communications, brand strategy, and creative services. Grey is renowned for its innovative approach to advertising, delivering unique campaigns that resonate with audiences and drive engagement. The agency has achieved notable milestones, including multiple awards for creativity and effectiveness, solidifying its position as a market leader. With a diverse portfolio of clients across various sectors, Grey continues to set benchmarks in the industry, leveraging data-driven insights to craft compelling narratives that elevate brand visibility and consumer connection.

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79

Industry Average

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Grey Worldwide's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from WPP plc

Grey Worldwide, headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. As a current subsidiary of WPP plc, Grey Worldwide's climate commitments and initiatives are aligned with those of its parent company. WPP plc has established various climate initiatives, including Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) commitments, which aim to significantly reduce carbon emissions across its operations. However, specific reduction targets for Grey Worldwide have not been detailed. The emissions data and climate strategies are cascaded from WPP plc, which is actively engaged in reducing its carbon footprint through various sustainability initiatives. These include participation in the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), RE100, and the Race to Zero campaign, all aimed at promoting transparency and accountability in corporate climate action. While Grey Worldwide does not report its own emissions figures, it is part of a broader corporate strategy focused on sustainability and reducing environmental impact, reflecting the industry's growing commitment to addressing climate change.

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How Carbon Intensive is Grey Worldwide's Industry?

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

How Carbon Intensive is Grey Worldwide'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 Grey Worldwide is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Grey Worldwide's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Grey Worldwide's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 21% last year and decreased by approximately 22% since 2006, 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 "Business Travel" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.

Top Scope 3 Categories

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Business Travel
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Grey Worldwide'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.

Grey Worldwide 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
Reduction Actions

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