Grant Thornton UK LLP

In 2024, Grant Thornton UK LLP reported total carbon emissions of approximately 29,236,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 478,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 (market-based) emissions of approximately 276,000 kg CO2e. Their Scope 3 emissions were approximately 28,480,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributors being purchased goods and services (around 19,848,000 kg CO2e), business travel (approximately 5,804,000 kg CO2e), and employee commuting (about 2,448,000 kg CO2e).

Looking back, in 2023, the professional services firm's total emissions were higher at approximately 47,566,000 kg CO2e. In 2019, total emissions were about 31,859,000 kg CO2e, and in 2018, they stood at approximately 19,083,000 kg CO2e.

Grant Thornton UK LLP has set ambitious climate commitments, with Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) validated targets. The firm aims to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2045, from a 2019 base year. This long-term target includes a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by 2045.

For near-term targets, Grant Thornton UK LLP is committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 70% by 2030, also from a 2019 base year. Additionally, they aim to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from business travel and employee commuting by 50% within the same timeframe. The firm also plans for 55% of its suppliers, by emissions covering purchased goods and services, to have science-based targets by 2027.