ManpowerGroup, a leading name in the employment placement agencies sector, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1948, the company has established itself as a pioneer in workforce solutions, consistently adapting to the evolving job market.
Specialising in staffing, recruitment, and talent management, ManpowerGroup offers a unique blend of services that cater to both employers and job seekers. Its innovative approach to workforce planning and commitment to diversity and inclusion have positioned it as a trusted partner in the industry.
With numerous accolades and a strong market presence, ManpowerGroup continues to set benchmarks in employment services, making it a go-to choice for organisations seeking to enhance their workforce efficiency.
+38 vs industry average
Manpowergroup’s score of 79 is higher than 85% 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
Employment Placement Agencies is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Employment Placement Agencies industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Manpowergroup's reported carbon emissions
ManpowerGroup, headquartered in the US and operating in the Employment Placement Agencies industry, reported a total of approximately 152.1 million kg CO2e in emissions for 2024. This figure encompasses Scope 1, Scope 2 (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions.
The company's emissions breakdown for 2024 includes approximately 17.2 million kg CO2e for Scope 1, and approximately 8.1 million kg CO2e for Scope 2. Scope 3 emissions accounted for the largest portion, totalling around 126.7 million kg CO2e, with significant contributions from purchased goods and services (approximately 56.1 million kg CO2e), employee commute (approximately 35.1 million kg CO2e), and business travel (approximately 16.0 million kg CO2e).
ManpowerGroup has established several climate commitments and reduction targets. The company is committed to setting Science-Based Targets and achieving Net Zero by 2045 or sooner. Specifically, they aim to reduce direct emissions (Scope 1 and 2) by 60% and value chain emissions (Scope 3) by 30% by 2030, using a 2019 baseline. These targets are validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
In previous years, emissions were reported as follows: approximately 264.6 million kg CO2e in 2020, and approximately 186.8 million kg CO2e in 2019. The company has also reported reductions in direct emissions, stating a 32% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions compared to the 2019 baseline by the time of their 2023 ESG report.
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Manpowergroup’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
5 goals2045
Reduced direct emissions by 32%, compared to 2019 baseline (…
Reduced direct emissions by 32%, compared to 2019 baseline (Scope 1 and 2), bringing us closer to our 2045 net-zero ambition
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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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Data year: 2024
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