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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Arup's score of 88 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Arup's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Arup reported total carbon emissions of approximately 127,765,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 1,216,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 530,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching around 125,895,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2040. Arup's near-term targets include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, based on a 2019 baseline, and a 35% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Additionally, they have committed to a 30% reduction in Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2025 from a 2018 baseline. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Arup's dedication to sustainable practices in the professional services sector. The company is actively working towards maintaining significant reductions in emissions, with a long-term goal of sustaining at least 90% reductions in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 2030 through 2040.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,107,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 9,948,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 167,548,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Arup 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.
