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Hays

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Hays plc, commonly known as Hays, is a leading global recruitment company headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1968, Hays has grown to become a prominent player in the recruitment industry, with a strong presence in key operational regions including Europe, Asia, and Australia. Specialising in various sectors such as IT, finance, construction, and healthcare, Hays offers tailored recruitment solutions that set them apart from competitors. Their unique approach combines deep industry knowledge with advanced technology, ensuring clients find the right talent efficiently. With a commitment to excellence, Hays has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for their innovative practices and outstanding service. As a trusted partner for businesses and job seekers alike, Hays continues to solidify its market position as a leader in recruitment services.

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74

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.

43

Industry Benchmark

Hays's score of 74 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Hays's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Hays plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 37,470,000 kg CO2e in Great Britain, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 386,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 361,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and about 30,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2026, using a 2020 baseline. This target has been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and aligns with a 1.5°C trajectory. Hays is also committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2030 across all scopes, including selected Scope 3 emissions. This commitment reflects their broader strategy to reduce their environmental impact and enhance sustainability practices. The company has made significant progress since its initial commitment to a Net Zero operational carbon footprint in February 2021. In summary, Hays plc is actively working towards substantial emissions reductions and has established clear targets to mitigate its carbon footprint, demonstrating leadership in the professional services sector's response to climate change.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
2,057,000
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0,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Hays's primary industry is Other services (93), 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 Hays is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Hays is participating in some 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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