Nrc Sustainability Profile
NRC Group, commonly referred to as NRC, is a prominent player in the environmental services industry, headquartered in Norway. Founded in 1990, the company has established a strong presence across various operational regions, including Scandinavia and North America. NRC specialises in providing comprehensive environmental and infrastructure services, focusing on waste management, remediation, and decommissioning. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, NRC's core offerings include tailored solutions that address complex environmental challenges. The company is recognised for its unique approach to integrating advanced technologies in its services, setting it apart from competitors. Over the years, NRC has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its market position as a leader in environmental solutions, and continues to expand its influence in the industry.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Nrc's score of 50 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Nrc's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, NRC reported total carbon emissions of approximately 121,654,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 111,087,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were approximately 10,069,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled about 498,000 kg CO2e (market-based). For the year 2023, NRC's emissions in Norway were approximately 4,881,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 717,615 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 7,273,064 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by 2025, using 2021 as the baseline year. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. NRC's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and the company is actively working towards its climate commitments without external SBTi targets. The focus on reducing emissions aligns with industry standards for climate action, demonstrating NRC's commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility.
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| 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 13,051,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 385,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,188,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Nrc's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Nrc's Scope 3 emissions, which increased significantly last year and increased significantly since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 84% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Nrc'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.
Nrc 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.
