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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In 2024, Ernst & Young (EY) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 36,398,000 kg CO2e globally. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 454,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 991,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 34,943,000 kg CO2e. Notably, business travel accounted for about 10,920,000 kg CO2e of these emissions. EY has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 40% reduction in absolute greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 2025, using a fiscal year 2019 baseline. This target is aligned with a science-based target approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). As of 2022, EY achieved a 56% reduction in carbon emissions from its FY19 baseline, demonstrating significant progress towards its net-zero goal. The firm is committed to reaching net zero emissions by 2025, with specific actions planned to reduce emissions from business travel by 35% and overall emissions across Scopes 1, 2, and 3. EY's long-term strategy includes a target to achieve a 90% reduction in emissions by 2050, further solidifying its commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 2 | 87,500 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 5,584,500 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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