Alight, a prominent player in the research and development services sector, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2017, the company has rapidly established itself as a leader in providing innovative solutions across various industries, including technology, healthcare, and finance.
Alight's core offerings encompass advanced data analytics, product development, and strategic consulting, all designed to drive efficiency and foster innovation. What sets Alight apart is its commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technology and a client-centric approach, ensuring tailored solutions that meet specific business needs.
With a strong market position, Alight has achieved significant milestones, including partnerships with leading organisations and recognition for its contributions to the R&D landscape. As it continues to expand its operational footprint, Alight remains dedicated to pushing the boundaries of research and development services.
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Alight’s score of 38 is higher than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Research Services has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Research Services industry has increased its overall emissions by 17% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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Alight's reported carbon emissions
Alight, a US-based firm in research and development services (73), has disclosed its carbon emissions for several years. In 2024, Alight reported total emissions of approximately 104.6 million kg CO2e. This figure comprises Scope 1 emissions of about 2.9 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 16.7 million kg CO2e (market-based), and substantial Scope 3 emissions totalling around 84.9 million kg CO2e. The largest contributors to their Scope 3 emissions in 2024 were purchased goods and services (approximately 81.2 million kg CO2e) and employee commute (about 3.4 million kg CO2e). In the preceding year, 2023, Alight's total emissions were approximately 122.0 million kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of around 3.9 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of roughly 20.6 million kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 97.5 million kg CO2e, with purchased goods and services being the most significant category at about 93.5 million kg CO2e. For 2022, Alight recorded total emissions of approximately 136.3 million kg CO2e. This consisted of Scope 1 emissions of about 3.2 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 27.1 million kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions totalling roughly 106.0 million kg CO2e. Purchased goods and services represented the largest portion of Scope 3 emissions, at approximately 103.5 million kg CO2e. Alight also reported emissions for 2021 and 2020, with Scope 3 data not fully disclosed for these years. In 2021, Scope 1 emissions were about 2.5 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 29.4 million kg CO2e (market-based). For 2020, Scope 1 emissions were around 2.1 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 29.6 million kg CO2e (market-based). While specific reduction targets or achievements are not detailed in the provided information, Alight has disclosed its emissions across Scope 1, 2, and 3, indicating a commitment to transparency in its climate impact. The company's reporting in its Global Impact Report signifies ongoing engagement with sustainability metrics within the research and development services sector.
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