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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In 2024, Arcadis reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 284,770,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 8,690,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 2,800,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 275,800,000 kg CO2e. This marked a slight increase from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 267,000,000 kg CO2e. Arcadis has set ambitious carbon reduction targets, aiming for a 50% reduction in total emissions by 2025, projecting to lower emissions to less than 280,000 kg CO2e. Furthermore, the company is committed to achieving net zero emissions across its global operations by 2035, in alignment with the Science Based Targets initiative. This includes a 74% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions per full-time employee by 2035, using 2019 as the baseline year. In addition to these long-term goals, Arcadis has established near-term objectives, including a 70% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2026 from a 2019 baseline. The company also aims to reduce business travel-related emissions by 35% by 2025. Overall, Arcadis is actively working towards significant emissions reductions, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action, with a focus on both absolute and intensity-based targets across all scopes of emissions.
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2008 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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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 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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