Pearson Education, Inc., a leading global education company, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1844, Pearson has evolved significantly, becoming a key player in the education industry, focusing on digital learning, assessment, and educational content. The company offers a diverse range of products and services, including textbooks, online courses, and assessment tools, all designed to enhance learning experiences. What sets Pearson apart is its commitment to innovation, leveraging technology to create personalised learning solutions that cater to the needs of students and educators alike. With a strong market position, Pearson has achieved notable milestones, such as the successful integration of digital platforms that support millions of learners worldwide. As a trusted name in education, Pearson continues to shape the future of learning through its comprehensive offerings and dedication to educational excellence.
How does Pearson Education, Inc.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Pearson Education, Inc.'s score of 80 is higher than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Pearson Education, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. However, the company is part of a corporate family that includes Pearson plc, from which it inherits various climate commitments and initiatives. Pearson plc has set ambitious climate targets, including commitments to reduce emissions in line with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). These targets are cascaded down to Pearson Education, Inc. as a current subsidiary. The initiatives include participation in the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), RE100, and the Race to Zero campaign, all aimed at enhancing sustainability and reducing carbon footprints. While specific emissions figures for Pearson Education, Inc. are not disclosed, the overarching commitments from Pearson plc reflect a strong dedication to addressing climate change and reducing environmental impact across its operations.
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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 |
Pearson Education, Inc.'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 "Capital Goods" being the largest emissions source at 68% of Scope 3 emissions.
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 Education, Inc. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.