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
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Parsons's score of 57 is higher than 98% 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 2023, Parsons Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 732,463,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 8,838,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 3,479,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 732,463,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2045. Parsons has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company plans to increase its sourcing of renewable electricity from 0% in 2019 to 100% by 2028. For Scope 3 emissions, Parsons aims for a 30% reduction by 2030. Long-term, the company targets a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2045, alongside a similar 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions. These commitments align with industry standards and reflect Parsons' dedication to addressing climate change within the aerospace and defence sector.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 41,090,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 5,121,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 96,817,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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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.
