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Ernst And Young
Ernst & Young, commonly referred to as EY, is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction, and advisory services. Headquartered in London, GB, the firm operates in over 150 countries, providing innovative solutions to clients across various industries. Founded in 1989 through the merger of Ernst & Whinney and Arthur Young & Co., EY has since achieved significant milestones, including its commitment to building a better working world. EY's core services encompass audit and assurance, tax advisory, and consulting, distinguished by their focus on technology and digital transformation. The firm is renowned for its strong market position, consistently ranking among the top professional services firms worldwide. With a dedication to quality and integrity, EY continues to drive progress and foster trust in the business community.
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Ernst And Young's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Ernst & Young (EY) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 832,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 19,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at approximately 49,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 764,000,000 kg CO2e. Notably, business travel accounted for about 552,000,000 kg CO2e of the total emissions. Comparatively, in 2023, EY's total emissions were approximately 733,000,000 kg CO2e, indicating an increase in emissions year-on-year. The breakdown for 2023 included Scope 1 emissions of about 20,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of approximately 108,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of about 605,000,000 kg CO2e. EY has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions by 2025 across all scopes. This includes a target to reduce absolute greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 40% against a 2019 baseline. Additionally, EY has achieved a significant reduction of 56% in carbon emissions globally from the FY19 baseline by 2022, specifically in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. The firm is also committed to reducing Scope 3 travel emissions by 35% by 2025. As part of its long-term strategy, EY aims for a 90% reduction in GHG emissions by 2050, further supporting the global goal of net-zero emissions. These initiatives reflect EY's dedication to sustainability and responsible corporate practices in the face of climate change.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 8,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 181,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,187,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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