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Arup

Arup Group Limited, commonly known as Arup, is a global leader in engineering, design, and consultancy services, headquartered in London, GB. Founded in 1946, the firm has established a strong presence across major operational regions, including Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Specialising in infrastructure, buildings, and environmental services, Arup is renowned for its innovative approach to sustainable design and project delivery. The company’s commitment to integrating cutting-edge technology with creative solutions sets it apart in the industry. With a rich history of landmark projects, Arup has consistently positioned itself at the forefront of the engineering sector, earning accolades for its contributions to urban development and sustainability. Its unique blend of technical expertise and collaborative spirit continues to drive its success in shaping a better world.

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98

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

25

Industry Benchmark

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Arup's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Arup reported total carbon emissions of approximately 123,421,000 kg CO2e globally, with significant contributions from Scope 1 (970,000 kg CO2e), Scope 2 (6,130,000 kg CO2e market-based), and Scope 3 (121,838,000 kg CO2e). In the UK, their Scope 2 emissions were about 2,507,000 kg CO2e. Arup has set ambitious reduction targets, committing to a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2025 from a 2018 baseline. They also aim for a 30% reduction in Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Looking further ahead, Arup has pledged to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across their value chain by 2040, with a long-term goal of reducing Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% and Scope 3 emissions by 90% by 2040, both from a 2019 baseline. These commitments align with science-based targets, demonstrating Arup's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing their carbon footprint in line with global climate goals.

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1,107,000
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Scope 2
9,948,000
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Scope 3
167,548,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Arup's primary industry is Other services (93), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Arup is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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