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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.

DitchCarbon Score

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51

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.

22

Industry Benchmark

Hays's score of 51 is higher than 98% 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 2023, Hays plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 58,857,000 kg CO2e globally, with significant contributions from Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions accounted for about 5,408,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were around 3,925,000 kg CO2e. The majority of emissions, approximately 49,524,000 kg CO2e, fell under Scope 3, which includes business travel, employee commuting, and purchased goods and services. Hays 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. Additionally, Hays plans to reduce Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods, services, and capital goods by 50% by 2030, and aims for a 40% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from business travel by 2026. These commitments reflect Hays's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in line with global sustainability goals.

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Scope 1
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
-
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
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Hays's primary industry is Other services (93), which is 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. Hays is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Hays 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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