A.T. Kearney Holdings Limited (Kearney), formally known as Kearney & Company, is a prominent player in the 'Other Business Services (74)' industry, with its headquarters based in the United Kingdom. Established in 1926, the firm has built a strong reputation for delivering innovative consulting and advisory services across various sectors, including strategy, operations, and organisational transformation.
With a significant presence across major regions, Kearney is recognised for its tailored solutions that address complex business challenges. Its core offerings include management consulting, process optimisation, and digital transformation, distinguished by a commitment to delivering measurable results. As a leader in its field, Kearney has achieved notable milestones, cementing its position as a trusted partner for organisations seeking sustainable growth and competitive advantage.
+41 vs industry average
Kearney’s score of 75 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Business Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Business Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 25% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Kearney's reported carbon emissions
Kearney, a firm in the "Other business services (74)" industry headquartered in the UK, has set ambitious targets for emissions reduction. For 2025, the company reported total emissions of approximately 86.98 million kg CO2e, encompassing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Scope 3 emissions constituted the largest portion, accounting for roughly 85.63 million kg CO2e, with business travel being a significant contributor at approximately 56.6 million kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were around 1.16 million kg CO2e.
Kearney is committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. To support this, the company has established several near-term and long-term reduction targets:
- Scope 1 and 2 Emissions: A target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2019 as a base year.
- Scope 3 Emissions: A commitment to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from business travel by 30% by 2030, and all other absolute Scope 3 emissions by 30% within the same timeframe, also from a 2019 baseline.
- Renewable Electricity: A goal to increase the sourcing of renewable electricity from 53% in 2019 to 100% by 2025, and to maintain 100% renewable electricity sourcing through 2030.
- Long-Term Net-Zero: A significant long-term objective to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90% and absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 90% by 2050, aligning with their net-zero ambition.
These commitments are validated by science-based targets, indicating a strategic approach to climate action.
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Kearney’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
12 goals2050
90% reduction in Scope 2
Kearney commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 90.0% by 2050 from a 2019 base year.
2050
90% reduction in Scope 1
Kearney commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 90.0% by 2050 from a 2019 base year.
2030
50% reduction in Scope 1
Kearney commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 50.0% by 2030 from a 2019 base year.
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Climate initiatives
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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