Pearson
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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Pearson's score of 80 is higher than 94% 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 2023, Pearson reported total carbon emissions of approximately 307,247,000 kg CO2e globally, with specific emissions of 4,661,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 14,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 302,572,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. In the UK, Pearson's Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalled about 821,000 kg CO2e (market-based). Pearson has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 50% by 2030, using a 2018 baseline. This target has been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Additionally, Pearson is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2050. The company has previously met its 2020 target of a 50% reduction in operational greenhouse gas emissions from a 2009 baseline. Pearson's long-term goals include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050, alongside a similar reduction for Scope 3 emissions. These targets reflect Pearson's commitment to align with the global aim of limiting temperature rise to 1.5°C. The company is also a signatory of the Climate Pledge, reinforcing its dedication to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 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 |
| 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 | 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 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Pearson is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.
