Atkins, officially known as Atkins Global, is a leading design, engineering, and project management consultancy headquartered in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1938, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific. Specialising in infrastructure, transportation, and environmental services, Atkins is renowned for its innovative solutions that address complex challenges in the built environment. With a commitment to sustainability and technological advancement, Atkins offers a diverse range of services, including engineering design, project management, and consultancy. The firm has achieved notable recognition in the industry, consistently ranking among the top engineering consultancies globally. Its unique approach combines technical expertise with a deep understanding of client needs, positioning Atkins as a trusted partner in delivering transformative projects.
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In 2023, Atkins reported total carbon emissions of approximately 16,280,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 1,012,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 713,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 14,555,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Notably, the majority of Scope 3 emissions stemmed from business travel (about 9,202,000 kg CO2e) and employee commuting (approximately 4,891,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2019, Atkins' emissions in Great Britain were recorded at approximately 24,967,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction in total emissions over the four-year period. The breakdown for 2019 included 1,693,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,873,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a substantial 21,400,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Despite these figures, Atkins has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company continues to operate within the context of industry standards for carbon emissions reporting, focusing on transparency in its emissions data.
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2019 | 2021 | |
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Scope 1 | 38,010 | 00,000 |
Scope 2 | 67,960 | 00,000 |
Scope 3 | 285,710 | 00,000 |
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Atkins is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.