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 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 7,100,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching around 256,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to significantly reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for near-zero Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025, and a 45% reduction in Scope 3 emissions related to business travel by the same year, using 2019 as the baseline. Arcadis is committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its global operations by 2035. This includes a 71% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2029 and a 90% reduction by 2035, alongside a similar 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions. The company also aims to increase its sourcing of renewable electricity from 6.8% in 2019 to 100% by 2022. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which recognises Arcadis's targets as consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The company’s proactive approach to sustainability reflects its dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact.
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| 2008 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 33,419,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 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 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 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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