Bain & Company, a leading global management consulting firm, is headquartered in the United States and operates in major regions including Europe, Asia, and South America. Founded in 1973, Bain has established itself in the consulting industry, focusing on areas such as strategy, operations, technology, and mergers and acquisitions. The firm is renowned for its unique approach to client engagement, emphasising collaboration and results-driven solutions. Bain's core services include performance improvement, customer strategy, and digital transformation, setting it apart through its commitment to measurable outcomes. With a strong market position, Bain & Company has consistently been recognised for its innovative methodologies and exceptional client service, earning accolades as one of the top consulting firms globally.
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In 2023, Bain & Company reported total carbon emissions of approximately 173,563,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 1,510,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 410,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and a significant 171,643,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, primarily driven by business travel, which accounted for 120,113,000 kg CO2e. Bain & Company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by 2026, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, they plan to decrease Scope 3 emissions from business travel by 35% per full-time equivalent (FTE) within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include achieving a 90% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050 and a 97% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per FTE by 2050. Bain is committed to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 2050, aligning with a 1.5°C future. They also pledge to source 100% renewable electricity annually through 2030. These targets are consistent with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Bain's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing their carbon footprint.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 2,910,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 1,071,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 3 | 226,588,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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