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 services sector, focusing on climate change, water security, and deforestation. With a mission to encourage companies and cities to disclose their environmental impact, CDP operates globally, influencing major markets across Europe, North America, and Asia.
The organisation's core services include data collection, analysis, and reporting, which empower businesses to manage their environmental risks and opportunities effectively. CDP's unique approach combines transparency with actionable insights, making it a trusted resource for investors and stakeholders. Recognised for its significant contributions to sustainability, CDP has garnered numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a leader in the environmental services industry.
+12 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
Other Services has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Other Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 37% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
CDP's reported carbon emissions
CDP, headquartered in GB and operating in the "Other services (93)" industry, reported total emissions of approximately 128.9 billion kg CO2e in 2018. This figure encompasses Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions.
In terms of year-on-year emissions, CDP's reported Scope 1 and 2 emissions were:
- 2024: Approximately 64.1 million kg CO2e (Scope 1: 5.97 million kg CO2e, Scope 2: 58.1 million kg CO2e)
- 2023: Approximately 58.98 million kg CO2e (Scope 1: 6.29 million kg CO2e, Scope 2: 52.69 million kg CO2e)
- 2022: Approximately 61.31 million kg CO2e (Scope 1: 7.50 million kg CO2e, Scope 2: 53.80 million kg CO2e)
- 2021: Approximately 66.47 million kg CO2e (Scope 1: 12.86 million kg CO2e, Scope 2: 53.60 million kg CO2e)
- 2018: Scope 1 emissions were approximately 2.06 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 109.75 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for business travel, employee commute, and waste generated in operations totalled approximately 3.54 million kg CO2e.
CDP has set ambitious climate commitments. The company aims to achieve net zero emissions by 2050, covering both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Furthermore, CDP established a goal in 2020 to reduce energy and Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions intensity by 5% by 2025, using a 2019 baseline. In 2016, CDP reported reductions in Scope 1 and 2 emissions of 25% and 11% respectively, compared to a 2016 baseline, with a target year of 2021 for these reductions.
It is important to note that Scope 3 emissions data is not consistently reported across all years. For instance, Scope 3 data is available for 2018 and 2017, but missing for Scope 3 purchased goods and services for the majority of reported years. Scope 3 data was not disclosed for 2024, 2023, 2022, or 2021. The 2020 reporting year indicates Scope 1 emissions of approximately 4.8 trillion kg CO2e, with no Scope 2 data reported for that year. No emissions data was available for 2019.
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CDP’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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