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Bdo

BDO, officially known as BDO International Limited, is a global network of public accounting firms headquartered in Belgium. Established in 1963, BDO has grown to become one of the largest networks in the accounting industry, with a significant presence across Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Americas. Specialising in audit, tax, and advisory services, BDO distinguishes itself through its commitment to delivering personalised solutions tailored to clients' unique needs. The firm’s extensive expertise in various sectors, including financial services, technology, and healthcare, positions it as a trusted partner for businesses seeking strategic guidance. With a strong market position, BDO has consistently achieved notable accolades, reflecting its dedication to quality and client satisfaction. The firm’s innovative approach and global reach make it a leader in the accounting profession, serving clients from small enterprises to multinational corporations.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Bdo's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

44

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Bdo's score of 44 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Bdo's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, BDO reported significant carbon emissions, with total emissions amounting to approximately 10,329,000 kg CO2e globally. This figure includes 2,080,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 32,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a substantial 10,329,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, primarily driven by business travel and employee commuting. BDO has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2040. The company has committed to reducing its Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2022 as the baseline year. Furthermore, BDO plans to achieve a 90% reduction in total emissions across all scopes (1, 2, and 3) by 2040, also from a 2022 baseline. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect BDO's commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the professional services sector.

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Scope 1
2,477,000
00,000
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Scope 2
250,000
000,000
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Scope 3
705,000
000,000
0,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Bdo's primary industry is , which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. Bdo is headquartered in BE, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Bdo 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.

SBTi
CDP
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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