Pearson Sustainability Profile
Pearson plc, a leading global education company headquartered in Great Britain, has been at the forefront of the learning industry since its founding in 1844. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Pearson focuses on providing innovative educational solutions that cater to diverse learning needs. The company offers a wide range of products and services, including textbooks, digital learning platforms, and assessment tools, all designed to enhance the educational experience. Notably, Pearson's commitment to personalised learning sets it apart, enabling students to learn at their own pace and style. As a prominent player in the education sector, Pearson has achieved significant milestones, including the development of cutting-edge online learning resources and partnerships with educational institutions worldwide. With a reputation for quality and innovation, Pearson continues to shape the future of education.
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Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Education Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
Pearson's score of 98 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Pearson's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Pearson reported total carbon emissions of approximately 238.9 million kg CO2e, comprising 4,095,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 11,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and approximately 234.8 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a slight decrease from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 254.0 million kg CO2e. Pearson has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2050. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50.4% by 2030, using a 2018 baseline. Additionally, Pearson aims to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, as well as upstream and downstream transportation, by 50% within the same timeframe. The company has previously achieved a 40% reduction in operational emissions by the end of 2016 compared to a 2009 baseline. Pearson's targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring alignment with global climate goals. Overall, Pearson's commitment to sustainability is evident through its comprehensive emissions reduction strategy and its participation in initiatives such as the Climate Pledge.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 30,170,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 115,548,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 31,055,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Pearson's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Pearson's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 5% last year and increased by approximately 656% since 2013, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Upstream Transportation & Distribution" being the largest emissions source at 11% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Pearson'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.
Pearson has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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