Christies
Christie's, officially known as Christie's International PLC, is a premier auction house headquartered in London, GB. Established in 1766, it has become a cornerstone of the global art market, renowned for its expertise in fine art, antiques, and luxury goods. With major operational regions across Europe, the Americas, and Asia, Christie's offers a diverse range of services, including live auctions, private sales, and online bidding platforms. The auction house is celebrated for its unique offerings, such as rare paintings, exquisite jewellery, and historical artefacts, often achieving record-breaking sales. Christie's has consistently maintained a leading market position, evidenced by its notable achievements in high-value auctions and its commitment to innovation in the art world. With over two centuries of experience, Christie's continues to set the standard for excellence in the auction industry.
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Christies's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Christie's reported significant carbon emissions, with approximately 8,448,000 kg CO2e attributed to Scope 3 emissions from business travel. This marks a notable increase from 2022, when the company recorded about 6,061,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions, alongside 6,642,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions from mobile combustion. Christie's has set ambitious reduction targets for its carbon footprint. The company aims for a 39% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025, in line with a carbon budget established for a three-year plan. This target reflects a commitment to reducing emissions by approximately 13% per year. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that Christie's is independently managing its climate impact. The company continues to focus on enhancing its sustainability practices and reducing its overall carbon footprint in the art and auction industry.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 14,875,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 13,585,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Christies 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.
