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Computer Services
GB
updated 19 days ago

Mendeley Ltd. Sustainability Profile

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Mendeley Ltd., a prominent player in the academic and research sector, is headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 2008, the company has established itself as a leading reference management tool and academic social network, catering primarily to researchers, students, and institutions worldwide. Mendeley’s core offerings include reference management software, collaboration tools, and a vast academic database, all designed to streamline the research process. Its unique features, such as citation generation and cloud-based storage, set it apart in a competitive market. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, Mendeley has garnered a reputation for innovation and user-centric design, making it an essential resource for millions of academics globally. The company continues to evolve, contributing significantly to the advancement of research practices.

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84

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Computer Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

29

Industry Benchmark

Mendeley Ltd.'s score of 84 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Mendeley Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from RELX Group plc

Mendeley Ltd., headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of RELX PLC, which influences its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As part of its corporate family, Mendeley Ltd. inherits climate initiatives and targets from RELX PLC. This includes commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and participation in the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). However, specific reduction targets or achievements for Mendeley Ltd. itself have not been disclosed. Mendeley Ltd. is aligned with RELX PLC's broader sustainability goals, which focus on reducing carbon emissions across its operations. The company is also involved in initiatives such as RE100, aiming for 100% renewable energy usage, and is committed to the Climate Pledge, reflecting a dedication to climate action. In summary, while Mendeley Ltd. does not report specific emissions data, it is part of a larger corporate structure that prioritises sustainability and climate commitments through its parent company, RELX PLC.

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Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is Mendeley Ltd.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Mendeley Ltd.'s primary industry is Computer and related services (72), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Mendeley Ltd.'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 Mendeley Ltd. is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Mendeley Ltd.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Mendeley Ltd.'s Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 1% last year and increased by approximately 452% since 2016, 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 91% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
91%
Business Travel
7%
Employee Commuting
2%

Mendeley Ltd.'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.

Mendeley Ltd. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. 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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