Pearson PLC
Pearson PLC, a leading global education company headquartered in Great Britain, has been at the forefront of learning solutions since its founding in 1844. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Pearson operates primarily in the education sector, focusing on digital learning, assessment, and educational publishing. The company offers a diverse range of products and services, including textbooks, online courses, and assessment tools, all designed to enhance the learning experience. Pearson's commitment to innovation and accessibility sets it apart in the competitive education landscape. Recognised for its significant contributions to education, Pearson has achieved notable milestones, including the development of cutting-edge digital platforms that cater to learners of all ages. As a trusted partner for educators and institutions worldwide, Pearson continues to shape the future of education through its comprehensive and adaptive learning solutions.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Pearson PLC'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.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Business 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 PLC's score of 42 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Pearson PLC's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Pearson PLC reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 367,276,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 4,622,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions amounted to approximately 29,034,000 kg CO2e (location-based). The majority of emissions, around 362,473,000 kg CO2e, were attributed to Scope 3, which includes emissions from purchased goods and services, transportation, and end-of-life treatment of sold products. Pearson has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50.4% by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. Additionally, Pearson aims to cut absolute Scope 3 emissions by 50% within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions and Scope 3 emissions by 2050. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C, demonstrating Pearson's commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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Add to project| 2018 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 12,206,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,583,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 531,663,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Pearson PLC is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
