Parsons
Parsons Corporation, commonly referred to as Parsons, is a leading technology-driven solutions provider headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1944, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including North America, the Middle East, and Asia. Specialising in engineering, construction, and cybersecurity, Parsons delivers innovative solutions across critical infrastructure, defence, and environmental sectors. With a commitment to sustainability and advanced technology, Parsons offers unique services such as smart city development and integrated security systems. The company has achieved notable milestones, including significant contracts with government agencies and private sector clients, solidifying its position as a trusted partner in the industry. Recognised for its expertise and innovative approach, Parsons continues to shape the future of infrastructure and security solutions globally.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Parsons's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Parsons's score of 13 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Parsons's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Parsons reported total carbon emissions of approximately 25,505,000 kg CO2e, comprising 4,380,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 9,984,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 25,505,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting, with disclosures across all three scopes. Parsons has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050. They are currently committed to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and have established a long-term target that encompasses all scopes of emissions. Their near-term target status is marked as "Committed," indicating a proactive approach to reducing their carbon footprint. Over the years, Parsons has demonstrated a gradual reduction in emissions intensity, with a notable decrease from 71,003,000 kg CO2e in 2019 to 48,519,000 kg CO2e in 2020, and further to 46,276,000 kg CO2e in 2021. This trend highlights their ongoing efforts to improve sustainability within the aerospace and defence sector. Overall, Parsons is actively working towards significant emissions reductions while maintaining transparency in their reporting and commitments to climate action.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,592,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 14,240,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 52,171,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Parsons is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
