Adecco
Adecco Group AG, headquartered in Switzerland (CH), is a leading global provider of workforce solutions. Founded in 1996, the company has established a strong presence across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific, specialising in recruitment, staffing, and talent management services. With a commitment to connecting businesses with skilled professionals, Adecco offers a unique blend of temporary and permanent staffing solutions, as well as outsourcing and consulting services. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to workforce management, leveraging technology to enhance recruitment processes. As a market leader in the human resources industry, Adecco has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for excellence in service delivery. Its dedication to quality and client satisfaction positions Adecco as a trusted partner for organisations seeking to optimise their workforce.
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Adecco's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Adecco Group AG reported total carbon emissions of approximately 891,787,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 822,451,000 kg CO2e. The breakdown of emissions includes Scope 1 at approximately 40,426,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 28,910,000 kg CO2e. In comparison, the previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 932,236,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight reduction. Adecco has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in absolute carbon emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This target encompasses all scopes of emissions, including Scope 1, 2, and 3. Furthermore, the company has pledged to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, with a long-term goal of reducing absolute emissions by 90% from the same 2019 baseline. The company’s initiatives include specific targets for Scope 1 and 2 emissions, aiming for a 51.7% reduction by 2030. Additionally, Adecco is focused on reducing Scope 3 emissions from employee commuting by 27.5% within the same timeframe. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Adecco's dedication to sustainable practices and climate responsibility. Headquartered in Switzerland (CH), Adecco's emissions data and climate strategies are integral to its operational framework, demonstrating a proactive approach to addressing climate change within the professional services sector.
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| 2012 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 51,562,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 52,372,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 45,194,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Adecco is participating in some of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
