Kpmg
KPMG, officially known as KPMG International Cooperative, is a leading global network of professional services firms providing audit, tax, and advisory services. Headquartered in the Netherlands, KPMG operates in major regions including Europe, the Americas, and Asia-Pacific. Founded in 1987, the firm has achieved significant milestones, including its consistent ranking among the "Big Four" accounting firms. KPMG's core offerings encompass a wide range of services, such as risk management, financial advisory, and business consulting, distinguished by their commitment to innovation and quality. The firm is recognised for its strong market position, leveraging advanced technology and industry expertise to deliver tailored solutions. With a focus on integrity and excellence, KPMG continues to set benchmarks in the professional services industry.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Kpmg'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Kpmg's score of 52 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Kpmg's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, KPMG reported total carbon emissions of approximately 34,426,000 kg CO2e globally. This figure includes 2,110,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 28,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 29,431,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Notably, KPMG has set an ambitious target to achieve net-zero emissions by 2030, which is 20 years ahead of the Paris Agreement timeline. This commitment encompasses all scopes of emissions and includes a transition to 100% renewable energy by the same year. In previous years, KPMG's emissions were significant, with 1,834,000,000 kg CO2e in 2019, comprising 42,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 59,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 1,677,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The firm has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint through various initiatives and targets, reflecting a proactive approach to climate change and sustainability. KPMG's ongoing efforts to monitor and reduce emissions align with industry standards and highlight its dedication to environmental responsibility.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 178,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 291,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 219,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Kpmg is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
