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 2023, Ernst & Young (EY) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 733,000,000 kg CO2e. This includes 20,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 152,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 605,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Notably, the company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 40% absolute reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across all scopes by 2025, using a 2019 baseline. This target includes a near-term goal to halve emissions by 2030 and a long-term objective of achieving net zero emissions by 2050, which entails a 90% reduction in GHG emissions. In addition, EY has committed to a 42% reduction in Scope 3 travel emissions by 2025, also against the FY19 baseline. These initiatives reflect EY's dedication to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change, aligning with industry standards for carbon reduction and environmental responsibility.
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2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 8,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 159,000,000 | 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 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Ernst And Young is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.