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Hoare Lea

Hoare Lea, a leading engineering consultancy based in Great Britain, has been at the forefront of the built environment since its establishment in 1862. With a strong presence across the UK and internationally, the firm excels in providing innovative solutions in mechanical, electrical, and public health engineering. Renowned for its commitment to sustainability and design excellence, Hoare Lea offers a range of services that include building services engineering, sustainability consultancy, and project management. The company’s unique approach integrates cutting-edge technology with a deep understanding of client needs, ensuring tailored solutions that enhance both functionality and aesthetics. With a rich history of notable projects and a reputation for quality, Hoare Lea continues to solidify its position as a trusted partner in the construction industry, contributing to landmark developments and shaping the future of urban spaces.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Hoare Lea's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

30

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Construction Work 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.

20

Industry Benchmark

Hoare Lea's score of 30 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Hoare Lea's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Hoare Lea reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,951,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 94,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 206,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 2,762,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The Scope 1 emissions included 16,000 kg CO2e from mobile combustion and 55,000 kg CO2e from stationary combustion, while Scope 2 emissions were primarily from purchased electricity. In 2022, the company recorded total emissions of about 2,760,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 102,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 194,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 2,655,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a slight increase in total emissions from 2022 to 2023. Hoare Lea has committed to near-term climate targets, aligning with the Business Ambition for 1.5°C initiative, although they have not set a net-zero target. Their commitment status is currently marked as "Committed" for near-term targets, reflecting their ongoing efforts to address climate change within the construction and engineering sector. Overall, Hoare Lea's emissions data highlights the significant impact of Scope 3 emissions, which primarily arise from business travel, employee commuting, and purchased goods and services, underscoring the need for comprehensive strategies to reduce their carbon footprint.

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Scope 1
138,800
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Scope 2
285,700
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000,000
Scope 3
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0,000,000
0,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Hoare Lea's primary industry is Construction work (45), 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. Hoare Lea is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Hoare Lea 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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