Atkins
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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Atkins's score of 23 is lower than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Atkins's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Atkins reported total carbon emissions of approximately 16,280,000 kg CO2e in Great Britain. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,012,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 713,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 14,555,000 kg CO2e. Notably, business travel accounted for about 9,202,000 kg CO2e, while employee commuting contributed approximately 4,891,000 kg CO2e. In 2019, Atkins' global emissions were reported at approximately 391,670 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of about 38,010 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 67,960 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 285,710 kg CO2e. The breakdown of Scope 3 emissions included significant contributions from business travel (about 246,960 kg CO2e) and upstream transportation and distribution (approximately 27,070 kg CO2e). Despite these figures, Atkins has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further clarity on their long-term sustainability strategies.
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| 2019 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 committed to any 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.
