Havas
Havas, officially known as Havas Group, is a prominent global communications and advertising agency headquartered in France. Established in 1835, Havas has evolved into a leader in the marketing and communications industry, with a strong presence across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific. The agency excels in various business areas, including advertising, media, digital marketing, and public relations, offering a unique blend of creativity and data-driven strategies. Havas is renowned for its integrated approach, which fosters collaboration across its diverse services, ensuring clients receive tailored solutions that resonate with their target audiences. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, Havas has achieved notable milestones, positioning itself as a trusted partner for brands seeking to navigate the complexities of the modern marketplace.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Havas's score of 45 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Havas's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Havas reported total carbon emissions of approximately 30,516,000 kg CO2e in Great Britain, with emissions from Scope 1 at about 29,010 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 266,160 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 27,564,300 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions included significant contributions from business travel (about 841,530 kg CO2e) and employee commuting (approximately 1,705,720 kg CO2e). Globally, Havas's emissions for the same year were approximately 27,828,290 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 2,584,300 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 4,322,880 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions linked to energy consumption (Scopes 1 and 2) by 71% by 2035, compared to 2018 levels. Additionally, Havas plans to cut emissions related to operations, including waste and business travel, by 43% by the same year. Havas is committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2050, reflecting its dedication to sustainability and climate action within the media sector.
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| 2018 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,539,110 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 7,485,060 | - | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 45,274,910 | - | 00,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Havas is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
