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.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Interpublic'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.
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Industry Benchmark
Interpublic's score of 77 is higher than 99% 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, with significant contributions from Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 9,030,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 23,403,000 kg CO2e (market-based) and 34,532,000 kg CO2e (location-based). The majority of emissions stemmed from Scope 3, which accounted for about 380,435,000 kg CO2e. IPG has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in 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 global efforts 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 sourcing 100% renewable electricity by 2030 and encouraging suppliers to reduce their emissions by 30% by 2030, also based on a 2019 baseline. As a signatory of The Climate Pledge, IPG is part of a broader movement involving over 400 companies dedicated to significant climate action.
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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 | 88,120,000 | 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.
