Paychex, Inc., a leading provider of payroll, human resources, and benefits outsourcing solutions, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1971, the company has established itself as a key player in the HR and payroll industry, serving small to medium-sized businesses across various operational regions, including the US and parts of Europe.
With a comprehensive suite of services, including payroll processing, employee benefits administration, and HR compliance support, Paychex stands out for its user-friendly technology and personalised service. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as being recognised for its innovative solutions and commitment to customer satisfaction. As a trusted partner for over 700,000 businesses, Paychex continues to enhance its market position through strategic advancements and a focus on delivering exceptional value to its clients.
+24 vs industry average
Paychex’s score of 56 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Business Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Business Services industry has increased its overall emissions by 24% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Paychex's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Paychex reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 2,171,749 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 3,746,634 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 6,079,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions included significant contributions from upstream transportation and distribution (9,921,730 kg CO2e) and employee commuting (3,425,975 kg CO2e). Paychex has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. In 2022, the company established specific reduction targets for 2030 and 2040, using FY19 as the baseline year. These targets reflect their commitment to reducing energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions, which are essential for mitigating climate change impacts. The company actively tracks energy consumption at a building level and plans to enhance its evaluation processes to identify successful energy-saving initiatives. This proactive approach supports their long-term sustainability goals and aligns with broader climate action efforts.
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Paychex’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
1 goal2050
In 2021, we announced our ambition to reach Net Zero GHG emi…
In 2021, we announced our ambition to reach Net Zero GHG emissions by 2050. In 2022, the Company announced GHG emissions reduction targets f…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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