Arcadis
Arcadis, officially known as Arcadis NV, is a leading global design and consultancy firm headquartered in the Netherlands. Established in 1888, the company has evolved to become a prominent player in the built and natural environment sectors, with significant operations across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific. Specialising in areas such as infrastructure, water management, and environmental services, Arcadis is renowned for its innovative solutions that enhance sustainability and resilience. The firm’s commitment to integrating technology and data analytics into its services sets it apart in the industry. With a strong market position, Arcadis has received numerous accolades for its contributions to sustainable development and urban regeneration. Its dedication to creating positive impacts on communities and ecosystems underscores its reputation as a trusted partner in shaping a better world.
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Arcadis's score of 71 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Arcadis's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Arcadis reported total carbon emissions of approximately 267,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 10,140,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 710,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 256,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2035. Arcadis has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 71% by 2029, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, it aims to cut absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 45% within the same timeframe. For the long term, the company targets a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2035, alongside a similar 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Arcadis's dedication to sustainable practices within the professional services sector. The company is also focused on increasing its sourcing of renewable electricity, aiming for 100% by 2022, which is part of its broader strategy to enhance sustainability and reduce its carbon footprint.
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| 2008 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 33,419,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 33,419,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Arcadis is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
