Public Profile

H And R Block

H&R Block, a leading name in the tax preparation industry, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America. Founded in 1955, the company has established itself as a trusted provider of tax services, offering a range of solutions from in-person consultations to online filing options. H&R Block is renowned for its user-friendly software and personalised tax advice, catering to both individuals and small businesses. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of its innovative online tax filing platform, which has revolutionised the way clients manage their taxes. With a strong market position, H&R Block continues to be a go-to resource for millions seeking reliable tax assistance, making it a prominent player in the financial services sector.

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30

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other 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

H And R Block's score of 30 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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H And R Block's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, H&R Block reported total carbon emissions of approximately 102,953,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes emissions across all three scopes: Scope 1 emissions were about 22,028,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 50,331,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions accounted for around 30,594,000 kg CO2e. Despite the significant emissions, H&R Block has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of documented reduction strategies suggests that the company may be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate commitment framework. As a major player in the financial services industry, H&R Block's emissions profile reflects the broader challenges faced by companies in addressing climate change. The firm’s headquarters is located in the US, and its revenue for the year was approximately $3.47 billion USD.

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2023
Scope 1
22,028,000
Scope 2
50,331,000
Scope 3
30,594,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. H And R Block's primary industry is Other services (93), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 H And R Block is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

H And R Block is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

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

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