Gartner, Inc., a leading research and advisory company headquartered in the United States, has been at the forefront of the information technology industry since its founding in 1979. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Gartner provides invaluable insights across various sectors, including IT, marketing, and supply chain management. Renowned for its comprehensive research reports and expert analysis, Gartner offers unique services such as the Magic Quadrant and Hype Cycle, which help organisations navigate complex technology landscapes. The company’s commitment to delivering actionable intelligence has solidified its position as a trusted advisor for businesses worldwide. With a rich history of innovation and a robust portfolio of services, Gartner continues to shape the future of technology and business strategy.
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In 2024, Gartner, Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 68,040,900 kg CO2e, comprising 904,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 7,242,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 59,895,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a notable increase in emissions compared to 2023, where total emissions were about 61,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 1,246,200 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 8,345,300 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 52,072,000 kg CO2e. Gartner has set ambitious reduction targets, committing to a 53% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2029, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions from business travel and employee commuting by 52% per full-time equivalent (FTE) within the same timeframe. Furthermore, Gartner plans for 50% of its suppliers, by spend, to establish science-based targets by 2027. In terms of past achievements, Gartner successfully reduced its Scope 1 emissions by 38.6% from 2019 to 2022, with emissions recorded at 2,259.3 tCO2e in 2022. Similarly, Scope 2 emissions saw a reduction of 38.6% during the same period, totalling 9,747.6 tCO2e in 2022. Gartner's climate commitments align with industry standards, reflecting a proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint. The company is not currently committed to net-zero emissions but is actively working towards significant reductions across its operational scopes.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 2,871,400 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 2 | 14,715,100 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 107,856,200 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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