Jacobs
Jacobs Engineering Group, commonly referred to as Jacobs, is a leading global provider of professional services in the engineering and construction industry. Headquartered in the United States, Jacobs operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, delivering innovative solutions in various sectors, including infrastructure, environmental, and energy services. Founded in 1947, the company has achieved significant milestones, including its expansion into diverse markets and a strong focus on sustainability. Jacobs offers a comprehensive range of services, from project management and design to consulting and construction management, distinguished by its commitment to quality and client satisfaction. With a robust market position, Jacobs has been recognised for its contributions to major projects worldwide, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in transforming communities and enhancing the built environment.
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Jacobs's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Jacobs reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 146,450,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 15,342,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 1,735,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2, market-based), and 129,373,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 90% by 2040 from a 2019 baseline. Additionally, Jacobs is committed to a near-term target of reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2030. In 2023, Jacobs' global emissions were reported at approximately 113,437,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 13,526,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 2,009,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions at 97,902,000 kg CO2e. The company has also pledged to achieve net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2040. Jacobs' commitments include a specific focus on reducing emissions from business travel and employee commuting by 50% by 2030, alongside a goal for 65% of its suppliers by spend to have science-based targets by 2025. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Jacobs' commitment to sustainable practices within the professional services sector.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 15,814,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 37,271,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 227,545,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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