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GHD Group Limited

GHD Group Limited, commonly referred to as GHD, is a leading global professional services firm headquartered in Australia. Established in 1928, GHD has grown to become a prominent player in the engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting sectors, with a strong presence across Australia, New Zealand, Asia, Europe, and the Americas. The company offers a diverse range of services, including project management, design, and advisory solutions, tailored to meet the unique needs of various industries such as water, energy, and infrastructure. GHD's commitment to innovation and sustainability sets it apart, enabling clients to navigate complex challenges effectively. With a reputation for excellence, GHD has received numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a trusted partner in delivering impactful solutions worldwide.

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68

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

GHD Group Limited's score of 68 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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GHD Group Limited's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, GHD Group Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 157,421,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 4,834,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 4,991,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 147,596,000 kg CO2e. The latter includes emissions from purchased goods and services (about 109,615,300 kg CO2e), business travel (approximately 14,161,200 kg CO2e), and employee commuting (around 13,819,700 kg CO2e). GHD Group has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2050. Near-term targets include a 54.6% reduction in absolute Scope 1 emissions by FY2033 from a FY2023 baseline and a commitment to increase renewable electricity sourcing from 3.8% in FY2023 to 80% by FY2025, ultimately reaching 100% by FY2030. Additionally, the company aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions per FTE by 61.1% by FY2033 and 97% by FY2050. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect GHD Group's commitment to sustainable practices within the professional services sector, headquartered in Australia.

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20232024
Scope 1
4,834,000
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Scope 2
4,991,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
147,596,000
000,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. GHD Group Limited's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for GHD Group Limited is in AU, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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