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Pearson plc, commonly known as Pearson, is a leading provider of education services headquartered in the United Kingdom. Established in 1844, the company has grown to become a prominent player in the global education industry, with a strong presence across Europe, North America, and other regions.
Specialising in educational publishing, digital learning solutions, and assessment services, Pearson’s offerings are recognised for their innovation and quality. The company’s core products include textbooks, online courses, and testing programmes, which are widely used by students, educators, and institutions worldwide.
With a long history of advancing educational standards, Pearson holds a notable market position as one of the largest education service providers globally. Its commitment to transforming learning through technology and personalised solutions has cemented its reputation as a key leader in the education sector.
95
DitchCarbon score
+72 vs industry average
Pearson’s score of 95 is higher than 96% 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
Low
Education Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.092
20182025
The Education Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 18% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Pearson's reported carbon emissions
Pearson, a global education services company headquartered in GB, has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In 2025, the company reported a total of approximately 253.7 million kg CO2e in emissions. This figure breaks down into approximately 3.7 million kg CO2e for Scope 1, about 11.6 million kg CO2e for Scope 2 (location-based), and approximately 250 million kg CO2e for Scope 3.
Pearson has set ambitious climate targets, including a commitment to reduce absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 carbon emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2018 as a baseline. This target has been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company also aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.
Further demonstrating its dedication to climate action, Pearson has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50.4% by 2030 and absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 50% by 2030, both from a 2018 base year. Long-term, Pearson aims for a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by 2050, aligned with a 1.5°C warming scenario. The company is also a signatory to the Climate Pledge.
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Pearson’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
4 goals2030
50.4% reduction in Scope 2
Pearson commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 50.4% by 2030 from a 2018 base year.
On track50.4%
2030
50.4% reduction in Scope 1
Pearson commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 50.4% by 2030 from a 2018 base year.
On track50.4%
2030
50% reduction in scope 3 total
Pearson commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, upstream transportation and distribution, downst…
At risk50%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
2030 targetSee details
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
Signed 2022See details
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Pearson2 months ago
95
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