CDP
CDP, formerly known as the Carbon Disclosure Project, is a leading non-profit organisation headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 2000, CDP has established itself as a pivotal player in the environmental sustainability sector, focusing on climate change, water security, and deforestation. With a global reach, CDP operates across major regions including Europe, North America, and Asia, providing a platform for companies and cities to disclose their environmental impact. CDP's core services include data collection, analysis, and reporting, which empower organisations to manage their environmental risks and opportunities effectively. The organisation is renowned for its comprehensive datasets and benchmarking tools, which are unique in their ability to drive transparency and accountability in corporate sustainability practices. CDP's influential position is underscored by its collaboration with investors and policymakers, making it a key contributor to the global movement towards a sustainable economy.
DitchCarbon Score
How does CDP'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.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Other Services 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.
Industry Benchmark
CDP's score of 5 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
CDP's reported carbon emissions
As of 2022, CDP reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,429,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions accounted for about 794,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were approximately 44,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions totalled around 591,000 kg CO2e, encompassing various categories such as business travel and employee commute. CDP has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further commitment to climate action within the organisation. Overall, CDP's emissions data highlights the importance of addressing both direct and indirect emissions to achieve meaningful climate commitments.
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Add to project| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,131,700 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,485,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
CDP 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.
