Hays
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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Hays's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Hays plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 37,071,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 4,536,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 3,719,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 28,817,000 kg CO2e. This represents a significant increase from 2024, where total emissions were approximately 41,203,000 kg CO2e globally, and 2,754,000 kg CO2e in Great Britain. Hays has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for Net Zero emissions by 2030 across all scopes (Scope 1, 2, and 3). They are also committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50% 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. Additionally, Hays aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and capital goods by 50% by 2030, and from business travel by 40% by 2026. Hays's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all reported figures are derived directly from their own disclosures. The company is actively pursuing carbon neutrality for its annual GHG emissions categorized as Scope 1, 2, and specific Scope 3 activities, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2010 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 9,194,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,057,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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