Interpublic
Interpublic Group, commonly referred to as IPG, is a leading global marketing and advertising agency headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1960, IPG has established itself as a key player in the advertising industry, with a strong presence in major operational regions including North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. The company excels in various business areas, including integrated marketing solutions, digital advertising, and public relations. IPG's unique approach combines creativity with data-driven insights, allowing clients to achieve impactful results. Notable achievements include a diverse portfolio of renowned agencies and a commitment to innovation in marketing strategies. With a solid market position, Interpublic Group continues to shape the future of advertising, leveraging its extensive expertise to deliver exceptional services that meet the evolving needs of clients worldwide.
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Interpublic's score of 77 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Interpublic's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Interpublic Group (IPG) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 397,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 9,030,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 23,403,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 380,435,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a notable increase in Scope 3 emissions compared to 2022, where total emissions were approximately 432,314,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 11,193,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 29,293,000 kg CO2e. IPG has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company targets a 30% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by the same year. These targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aligning with the global goal to limit warming to 1.5°C. Furthermore, IPG is committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions across its global operations by 2040. This commitment includes encouraging suppliers to reduce their total emissions by 30% by 2030 and reach net-zero by 2040. The company is also a signatory of The Climate Pledge, joining over 400 organisations worldwide in this commitment. Overall, Interpublic's climate strategy reflects a comprehensive approach to reducing emissions across all scopes, demonstrating leadership in corporate sustainability within the professional services sector.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 7,636,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 85,842,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Interpublic is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.
