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GHD Group Limited Sustainability Profile

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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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65

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.

26

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GHD Group Limited's score of 65 is higher than 80% 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 2024, GHD Group Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 153,668,000 kg CO2e. This includes 4,523,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 3,425,000 kg CO2e from market-based Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 145,720,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompass areas such as purchased goods and services (106,964,600 kg CO2e) and business travel (16,126,900 kg CO2e). For 2023, the company’s total emissions were about 157,421,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 4,834,000 kg CO2e, market-based Scope 2 emissions at 4,991,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching 147,596,000 kg CO2e. GHD Group Limited 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 significant increase in 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. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 emissions by FY2050 and a 97% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per FTE by the same year. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect GHD's commitment to sustainable practices within the professional services sector.

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

How Carbon Intensive is GHD Group Limited's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. GHD Group Limited's primary industry is Business Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is GHD Group Limited's Location?

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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.

GHD Group Limited's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

GHD Group Limited's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 1% last year and decreased by approximately 1% since 2023, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 73% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
73%
Business Travel
11%
Employee Commuting
9%
Capital Goods
4%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
2%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

GHD Group Limited's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

GHD Group Limited has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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