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Clarksons

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Clarksons, officially known as Clarksons PLC, is a leading global provider of integrated shipping services, headquartered in London, GB. Founded in 1852, the company has established itself as a key player in the maritime industry, with significant operations across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Specialising in shipbroking, research, and consultancy, Clarksons offers a unique blend of services that cater to various sectors, including dry bulk, tankers, and offshore energy. Their extensive market knowledge and innovative solutions have positioned them as a trusted partner for clients worldwide. With a rich history marked by notable achievements, Clarksons has consistently maintained a strong market position, recognised for its commitment to excellence and industry leadership. The company’s dedication to providing comprehensive maritime services sets it apart in a competitive landscape.

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19

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Maritime Transport 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.

10

Industry Benchmark

Clarksons's score of 19 is higher than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Clarksons's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Clarksons reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,561,900 kg CO2e, with a breakdown of 448,600 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 638,200 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 3,475,100 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a notable increase from 2022, when their emissions were about 1,912,000 kg CO2e in the UK, with Scope 1 emissions at 765,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 687,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 460,000 kg CO2e. Clarksons has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments, and there are no SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) reduction targets reported. The company’s emissions data is not cascaded from a parent organization, indicating that all reported figures are directly from Clarkson PLC. The company continues to monitor its carbon footprint across all scopes, but further details on specific reduction strategies or commitments are currently unavailable.

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2020202120222023
Scope 1
794,000
000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
1,474,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
1,075,000
000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Clarksons's primary industry is Sea and coastal water transportation services, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. This request for Clarksons is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Clarksons 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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