Abt Associates Inc.
Abt Associates Inc., a leading global research and consulting firm headquartered in the United States, has been at the forefront of addressing complex social and economic challenges since its founding in 1965. With a strong presence in regions such as Africa, Asia, and Europe, Abt Associates operates primarily within the fields of health, social and environmental policy, and international development. The company is renowned for its innovative solutions, including data analytics, programme evaluation, and technical assistance, which are tailored to meet the unique needs of its clients. Abt Associates has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for excellence in research and programme implementation, solidifying its position as a trusted partner for governments and organisations worldwide. With a commitment to improving lives through evidence-based strategies, Abt Associates continues to lead the way in impactful research and consulting services.
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Abt Associates Inc.'s reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Abt Associates Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,103,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes 498,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which consist of direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 229,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity. The majority of their emissions, about 4,103,000 kg CO2e, stem from Scope 3, which encompasses indirect emissions from sources not owned or directly controlled by the company, including significant contributions from business travel (approximately 2,976,000 kg CO2e) and employee commuting (about 643,000 kg CO2e). Abt Associates has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050, using 2019 as the base year. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 38.6% by 2027, alongside a similar reduction target for Scope 3 emissions from fuel and energy-related activities, business travel, and employee commuting. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions and Scope 3 emissions by 2050. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Abt Associates' commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in a meaningful way.
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| 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 342,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 263,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 3,160,000 | 0,000,000 |
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