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Allied Universal, a leading provider in the Other Business Services sector, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America. Founded in 2016 through the merger of AlliedBarton Security Services and Universal Services of America, the company has quickly established itself as a key player in the security and facility services industry.
Specialising in integrated security solutions, Allied Universal offers a comprehensive range of services, including security personnel, technology solutions, and risk management. Their commitment to innovation and customer-centric approaches sets them apart in a competitive market. With a strong focus on safety and reliability, Allied Universal has garnered numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a trusted partner for businesses seeking effective security solutions.
+34 vs industry average
Allied Universal’s score of 70 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Business Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries
The Business Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 25% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Allied Universal reported total global emissions of approximately 277,351,000 kg CO2e in 2025. This includes Scope 1 emissions of approximately 192,084,000 kg CO2e, market-based Scope 2 emissions of about 39,323,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions from business travel of around 9,235,000 kg CO2e. Their emissions data is cascaded from Allied Universal Security Services LLC.
Looking back, their total global emissions were approximately 291,682,000 kg CO2e in 2024, 275,481,000 kg CO2e in 2023, and 301,514,000 kg CO2e in 2022. In 2021, total emissions stood at around 285,061,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 business travel accounting for approximately 4,028,000 kg CO2e. In 2020, total emissions were about 309,393,000 kg CO2e, and in 2019, they were approximately 437,357,000 kg CO2e.
Allied Universal has set a long-term net-zero commitment, aiming to achieve net-zero carbon emissions, as defined by the SBTi’s net-zero standard, by 2050 or sooner. Furthermore, specific to their G4S UK & Ireland operations, they aim to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by at least 42% by 2030, using a 2020 baseline. Additionally, they target a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and capital goods by 2030, also against a 2020 baseline.
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42% reduction in Scope 2
Allied commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 42% by 2030 from a 2024 base year.
2030
42% reduction in Scope 1
Allied commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 42% by 2030 from a 2024 base year.
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