CDP
CDP, formerly known as the Carbon Disclosure Project, is a leading global 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 operations spanning across Europe, North America, and Asia, CDP collaborates with thousands of companies and cities to drive transparency and accountability in environmental impact. The organisation's core services include data collection, analysis, and reporting, which empower businesses to measure and manage their environmental risks. CDP's unique platform enables stakeholders to access critical sustainability data, fostering informed decision-making. Recognised for its influential role in promoting corporate responsibility, CDP has achieved significant milestones, including the endorsement of its reporting framework by major investors and regulatory bodies, solidifying its position as a trusted authority in the sustainability landscape.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
CDP's score of 42 is higher than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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CDP's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, CDP reported total carbon emissions of approximately 68,103,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 10,504,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 58,399,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. In 2023, emissions were slightly lower at about 63,981,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 6,291,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 52,689,000 kg CO2e. The trend shows a reduction in emissions from 2021, where total emissions were about 66,684,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 12,864,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 53,604,000 kg CO2e. CDP has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions by 2050 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, with a starting point in 2023. Additionally, the organisation has established a near-term goal to reduce energy and Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions intensity by 5% by 2025, using 2019 as a baseline. Notably, in 2016, CDP achieved a reduction of 25% in Scope 1 emissions and 11% in Scope 2 emissions from its Like-for-Like Data Covered Buildings. The emissions data is sourced directly from COPT Defense Properties, with no cascaded data from a parent organisation. CDP's commitment to sustainability reflects its proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.
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| 2016 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 25,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 10,063,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 50,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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CDP is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
