Ipsos Sustainability Profile
Ipsos, a leading global market research and consulting firm, is headquartered in France and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 1975, Ipsos has established itself as a key player in the industry, renowned for its innovative methodologies and commitment to delivering actionable insights. The company specialises in various sectors, including advertising, media measurement, opinion polling, and social research. Ipsos stands out for its unique approach to data collection and analysis, utilising advanced technology and a diverse range of research techniques. With a strong market position, Ipsos has achieved notable milestones, such as being recognised as one of the top market research firms worldwide. Its dedication to understanding consumer behaviour and market dynamics continues to drive its success and reputation in the industry.
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Ipsos's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Ipsos reported total carbon emissions of approximately 154,957,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 5,300,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at approximately 5,612,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 144,045,000 kg CO2e. This represents a slight increase from 2023, where total emissions were about 149,301,000 kg CO2e. Ipsos has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 10% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025 from a 2020 baseline. Additionally, Ipsos UK is committed to offsetting all Scope 1 emissions to achieve net zero by 2026, with a broader goal of achieving net zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. The company has also committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions by 27.5% by 2030, with a long-term target of a 90% reduction by 2050. These targets have been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which aligns with the global aim to limit warming to 1.5°C. The 2030 targets involve a 49.9% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions compared to a 2019 baseline. Overall, Ipsos is actively working towards significant emissions reductions and sustainability initiatives as part of its corporate responsibility strategy.
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| 2013 | 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 6,953,528 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 14,737,328 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 30,201,144 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Ipsos's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Ipsos's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 4% last year and increased by approximately 377% since 2013, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 81% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Ipsos'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.
Ipsos has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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