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Korn Ferry, a leading global organisational consulting firm, is headquartered in the United States and operates across major regions including North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. Founded in 1969, the company has established itself within the Other Business Services industry, focusing on talent management, executive search, and leadership development.
Korn Ferry's unique approach combines deep industry insights with advanced analytics, enabling organisations to align their talent strategies with business goals effectively. Notable achievements include a strong market position as a trusted advisor to many Fortune 500 companies, reflecting its commitment to delivering tailored solutions that drive performance. With a rich history and a comprehensive suite of services, Korn Ferry continues to shape the future of work and leadership.
+3 vs industry average
Korn Ferry’s score of 39 is higher than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Business Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries
The Business Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 25% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Korn Ferry's reported Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions for 2025 were approximately 4,681,000 kg CO2e. This follows approximately 5,285,000 kg CO2e in 2024, 5,412,000 kg CO2e in 2023, and 5,771,000 kg CO2e in 2022. For 2021, their Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 6,725,000 kg CO2e, a reduction from approximately 8,871,000 kg CO2e in 2020 and 12,139,000 kg CO2e in 2019. In 2018, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 2,520,000 kg CO2e and market-based Scope 2 emissions were approximately 9,681,000 kg CO2e, leading to a combined market-based Scope 1 and 2 total of approximately 12,139,000 kg CO2e. In 2017, Scope 1 emissions were about 2,256,000 kg CO2e and market-based Scope 2 emissions were around 10,486,000 kg CO2e. For 2016, market-based Scope 2 emissions were approximately 10,040,000 kg CO2e.
Korn Ferry has committed to reducing their Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions for their global offices by 30% by 2025, compared to 2019 levels. As of April 2024, Korn Ferry's near-term targets are committed with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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No scope 3 category breakdown has been disclosed yet.


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