McKinsey & Company, Inc., commonly referred to as McKinsey, is a leading global management consulting firm headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1926, McKinsey has established a formidable presence across major operational regions, including Europe, Asia, and the Americas. The firm operates primarily within the consulting industry, specialising in areas such as strategy, operations, digital transformation, and organisational change. Renowned for its data-driven approach and deep industry expertise, McKinsey offers a unique blend of services that help organisations navigate complex challenges and drive sustainable growth. With a commitment to delivering impactful solutions, the firm has achieved notable milestones, including advising many of the world's top companies and governments. McKinsey's reputation for excellence solidifies its position as a trusted partner in the consulting landscape.
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In 2024, McKinsey & Company, Inc. reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 588,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 8,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 19,000,000 kg CO2e (location-based), and significant Scope 3 emissions of 579,000,000 kg CO2e, primarily from business travel (512,500,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (32,200,000 kg CO2e). The firm has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, committing to a 25% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025 from a 2019 baseline. Additionally, McKinsey aims for a 30% reduction in Scope 3 business travel emissions per full-time equivalent (FTE) within the same timeframe. By 2030, the company plans to achieve a 64.5% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 55% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per FTE, relative to the 2019 baseline. McKinsey has also pledged to achieve net-zero climate impact by 2030, with a long-term goal of reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% and Scope 3 emissions from business travel by 97% by 2050. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's commitment to addressing climate change comprehensively across its operations. In 2023, McKinsey reported a 56% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions compared to 2019, demonstrating progress towards its near-term goals. The company is actively working to electrify its fleet, transition to renewable energy, and enhance the sustainability of its office spaces as part of its strategy to meet these targets.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 15,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 787,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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