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updated 16 days ago

Dun & Bradstreet Holdings, Inc.

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Dun & Bradstreet Holdings, Inc., commonly referred to as D&B, is a leading provider of business decisioning data and analytics, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1841, the company has evolved significantly, establishing itself as a cornerstone in the business intelligence industry. With a strong presence in North America and expanding operations globally, D&B serves a diverse range of sectors, including finance, marketing, and supply chain management. Dun & Bradstreet's core offerings include comprehensive data solutions, risk management tools, and customer insights, all designed to empower businesses to make informed decisions. What sets D&B apart is its extensive database, which houses millions of business records, enabling clients to access critical information quickly and efficiently. Recognised for its innovative approach, Dun & Bradstreet continues to maintain a prominent market position, helping organisations navigate the complexities of the modern business landscape.

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44

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Research Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

24

Industry Benchmark

Dun & Bradstreet Holdings, Inc.'s score of 44 is higher than 70% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Dun & Bradstreet Holdings, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Dun & Bradstreet Holdings, Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,489,000 kg CO2e, comprising 321,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 3,168,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This reflects a significant reduction from 2022, where total emissions were about 4,041,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 775,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 3,266,000 kg CO2e. The company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with a long-term net-zero target set for 2050, covering all scopes of emissions. This commitment is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), indicating a structured approach to climate action. Dun & Bradstreet's emissions intensity for Scope 1 and Scope 2 combined was approximately 0.00163 tCO2e per million USD in revenue in 2023, down from 0.00182 tCO2e per million USD in 2022. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, which often represents a significant portion of total corporate emissions. Overall, Dun & Bradstreet is actively working towards its climate commitments, with a clear trajectory towards achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, reflecting its dedication to sustainability within the professional services sector.

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4,960,000
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Scope 2
7,592,000
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Scope 3
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Dun & Bradstreet Holdings, Inc.'s primary industry is Research and development services (73), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Dun & Bradstreet Holdings, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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