Erm Sustainability Profile
Erm, officially known as Environmental Resources Management, is a leading global provider of environmental, health, safety, and sustainability consulting services. Headquartered in Great Britain, Erm operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific, serving a diverse range of industries. Founded in 1987, the company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for its innovative approaches to sustainability. Erm's core offerings encompass environmental assessments, risk management, and sustainability strategy development, distinguished by their commitment to integrating cutting-edge technology and data analytics. With a strong market position, Erm is recognised for its expertise in helping organisations navigate complex regulatory landscapes and achieve their sustainability goals. The company continues to set benchmarks in the industry, driving positive change for clients and the environment alike.
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Erm's score of 48 is higher than 69% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Erm's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Erm reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,240,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 101,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and significant Scope 3 emissions, including 34,823,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services and 13,335,000 kg CO2e from business travel. The company is committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2030 across all scopes, with specific targets to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 50% from 2021 baselines by 2030. Additionally, Erm aims to reduce emissions intensity by 30% per unit of product by 2030 from a 2021 baseline. These commitments are part of a broader strategy aligned with global climate initiatives, including the Climate Pledge signed in December 2020. Emissions data is cascaded from Erm Limited, reflecting the company's integrated approach to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2025 | |
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| Scope 1 | 1,024,000 |
| Scope 2 | 101,000 |
| Scope 3 | 52,897,000 |
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Erm's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 66% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Erm's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Erm has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
Frequently Asked Questions
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