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Ernst & Young LLP, commonly referred to as EY, is a leading global provider of financial intermediation services, excluding insurance and pension funding. Headquartered in the United States, EY operates in major regions including Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Americas. Founded in 1989 through the merger of Ernst & Whinney and Arthur Young & Co., the firm has since achieved significant milestones, establishing itself as a trusted advisor in the financial sector.
EY offers a comprehensive range of services, including audit, tax, consulting, and advisory, distinguished by their commitment to innovation and quality. The firm is renowned for its ability to deliver tailored solutions that address complex business challenges, positioning itself as a market leader. With a strong emphasis on integrity and professionalism, EY continues to be recognised for its contributions to the industry and its dedication to fostering sustainable growth for clients worldwide.
+32 vs industry average
Ernst & Young LLP’s score of 69 is higher than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Financial Intermediation is among the least carbon-intensive industries
The Financial Intermediation industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Ernst & Young LLP, a US-based financial intermediation services company, reported Scope 1 emissions of 319,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions of 2,089,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of 295,350,000 kg CO2e for the 2025 financial year. In 2024, the company's Scope 1 emissions were 588,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 2 market-based emissions at 893,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at 268,916,000 kg CO2e. For 2023, Ernst & Young LLP reported Scope 1 emissions of 390,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions of 640,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of 215,000,000 kg CO2e.
Ernst & Young LLP has established a net-zero commitment with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company commits to reducing absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by 40% by FY2025 from a FY2019 baseline. This includes a 93% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions and a 32% reduction in specific Scope 3 GHG emissions (business travel, employee commuting, fuel and energy-related activities, upstream transportation and distribution, and waste generated in operations) over the same timeframe. Additionally, Ernst & Young LLP aims to increase annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 41% in FY2019 to 100% by FY2025. The company also aims to achieve net-zero emissions across the EY network by 2050, representing a 90% GHG reduction from 2019 levels, and has set a goal of cutting emissions by 50% across the EY network by 2030 compared to a 2019 baseline.
2025
93% reduction in Scope 2
EY commits to reduce absolute scope 1, 2 and 3 GHG emissions 40% by FY2025 from a FY2019 base year. Within this target, EY commits to reduce…
2025
93% reduction in Scope 1
EY commits to reduce absolute scope 1, 2 and 3 GHG emissions 40% by FY2025 from a FY2019 base year. Within this target, EY commits to reduce…
2025
40% reduction in all scopes
EY commits to reduce absolute scope 1, 2 and 3 GHG emissions 40% by FY2025 from a FY2019 base year. Within this target, EY commits to reduce…
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