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Lek Consulting Sustainability Profile

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Lek Consulting, a leading global management consulting firm, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 1983, Lek has established itself as a key player in the consulting industry, specialising in strategy, mergers and acquisitions, and commercial due diligence. The firm is renowned for its data-driven approach and deep industry expertise, particularly in sectors such as healthcare, technology, and consumer goods. Lek Consulting's unique methodologies and tailored solutions have consistently delivered exceptional value to clients, helping them navigate complex business challenges. With a strong market position, Lek has achieved notable milestones, including recognition as one of the top consulting firms in various industry rankings. Their commitment to excellence and client success continues to set them apart in the competitive consulting landscape.

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67

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26

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Lek Consulting's score of 67 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Lek Consulting's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Lek Consulting reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,840,000 kg CO2e in Great Britain, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 42,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 21,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 1,777,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The Scope 3 emissions primarily stem from purchased goods and services (850,000 kg CO2e) and business travel (7,800,000 kg CO2e). Globally, Lek Consulting's total emissions reached about 17,600,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 330,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 130,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at 17,100,000 kg CO2e. Notably, the company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, committing to a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2050 from a 2019 baseline. Additionally, Lek Consulting aims to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, as part of its commitment to the Business Ambition for 1.5°C initiative. The company has also established near-term targets, including a 33.6% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2027 and a 44% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from business travel per headcount by 2027. These initiatives reflect Lek Consulting's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact.

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2019202120222023
Scope 1
330,000
000,000
000,000
000,000
Scope 2
910,000
000,000
000,000
000,000
Scope 3
22,300,000
0,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Lek Consulting's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Lek Consulting's primary industry is Business Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Lek Consulting's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Lek Consulting is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Lek Consulting's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Lek Consulting's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 2% last year and decreased by approximately 23% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 50% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
50%
Business Travel
46%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
2%
Employee Commuting
1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Investments
<1%

Lek Consulting'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.

Lek Consulting 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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