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Hdr Sustainability Profile

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HDR, Inc., a prominent player in the architecture, engineering, and construction industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1917, the company has established a strong presence across various operational regions, including North America and beyond. HDR is renowned for its innovative solutions in sectors such as transportation, water resources, and environmental services. With a commitment to sustainability and community impact, HDR offers a unique blend of services, including design, planning, and consulting. The firm has achieved notable milestones, such as being consistently ranked among the top engineering firms in the nation. Its dedication to quality and client satisfaction has solidified HDR's position as a leader in the industry, making it a trusted partner for complex projects worldwide.

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40

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business 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.

29

Industry Benchmark

Hdr's score of 40 is higher than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Hdr's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, HDR reported total carbon emissions of approximately 62,826,000 kg CO2e, comprising 6,844,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 15,052,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 40,931,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This marks a slight increase from 2022, when total emissions were about 61,923,000 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, HDR has set ambitious climate commitments, including a target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 20% by 2020 from a 2011 baseline, adjusted for growth. This target applied to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Looking ahead, HDR aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, aligning with global climate goals to halve emissions by 2030. The company has acknowledged the importance of improving building performance to contribute to broader citywide emission reduction targets, such as New York City's goal of an 80% reduction by 2050. HDR's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures are independently reported. The company continues to focus on sustainability and climate responsibility as part of its corporate strategy.

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Scope 1
5,957,000
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Scope 2
27,746,000
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Scope 3
50,358,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Hdr's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Hdr's primary industry is Business Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Hdr's Location?

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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 Hdr is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Hdr's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Hdr has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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