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Heidrick And Struggles
Employment Placement AgenciesUnited StatesNASDAQ: HSII
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Heidrick & Struggles (Heidrick and Struggles International, Inc.), a premier global provider of executive search, leadership consulting, and on-demand talent solutions, was established in 1953. Headquartered in the US, with a significant presence across Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Americas, it operates as a leading force in the employment placement agencies industry.
Specialising in identifying, assessing, and developing top-tier leadership talent, Heidrick & Struggles offers unparalleled expertise in executive search, culture shaping, and leadership advisory services. Their unique approach combines deep industry knowledge with proprietary assessment tools, ensuring optimal leadership solutions for complex global challenges.
With a rich history spanning over seven decades, Heidrick & Struggles holds a distinguished position in the market. They are renowned for their rigorous methodology and commitment to connecting organisations with exceptional leaders who drive sustainable growth and innovation.
78
DitchCarbon score
+33 vs industry average
Heidrick And Struggles’s score of 78 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very Low
Employment Placement Agencies is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.125
20182025
The Employment Placement Agencies industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Heidrick And Struggles's reported carbon emissions
Heidrick & Struggles reported total Scope 1, 2, and 3 carbon emissions of approximately 25,666 tonnes CO2e in 2024. This includes about 558 tonnes CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, approximately 1,011 tonnes CO2e from market-based Scope 2 emissions, and around 24,097 tonnes CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
Heidrick & Struggles has set near-term science-based targets. The company commits to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46.2% by 2030, using a 2019 base year. Additionally, they aim to cut Scope 3 emissions from business travel and employee commuting by 55% per full-time equivalent (FTE) within the same timeframe. Heidrick & Struggles also commits that 65% of its suppliers by spend, covering purchased goods and services, will have science-based targets by 2029.
Looking further ahead, Heidrick & Struggles has set a long-term goal to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 through specific reduction efforts across all emission scopes.
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Heidrick And Struggles’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
46.2% reduction in Scope 2
Heidrick & Struggles commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 46.2% by 2030 from a 2019 base year.
On track46.2%
2030
46.2% reduction in Scope 1
Heidrick & Struggles commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 46.2% by 2030 from a 2019 base year.
Behind target46.2%
2030
55% reduction in scope 3 total
Heidrick & Struggles commits to reduce scope 3 GHG emissions from business travel and employee commuting 55% per FTE by 2030 from a 2019 ba…
Insufficient data55%
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Climate initiatives
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Heidrick And Struggles’s sustainability data and climate commitments
In 2024, Heidrick & Struggles reported total carbon emissions of approximately 25,666 tonnes of CO₂e. The largest portion, around 24,097 tonnes, stems from Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect impacts from the value chain. Scope 1 emissions accounted for about 558 tonnes, while market-based Scope 2 emissions were roughly 1,011 tonnes. This breakdown highlights the significant influence of indirect activities on the company's overall carbon footprint within the Employment Placement Agencies sector.
Data year: 2024
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