PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited
PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited, commonly known as PwC, is a leading player in the Other Accounting Services industry, headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1998, PwC has established itself as a global powerhouse, with a presence in over 150 countries, including major operational regions across Europe, Asia, and the Americas.
PwC offers a comprehensive range of services, including audit and assurance, consulting, and tax advisory, distinguished by its commitment to innovation and quality. The firm is renowned for its data-driven insights and strategic solutions, which help clients navigate complex business challenges. With a strong market position, PwC consistently ranks among the top professional services firms worldwide, recognised for its excellence and thought leadership in the industry.
+51 vs industry average
PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited’s score of 100 is higher than 100% 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
Other Accounting Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Other Accounting Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 27% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
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PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited's reported carbon emissions
PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwC), headquartered in Great Britain and operating within the "Other Accounting Services" industry, has reported significant carbon emissions and established ambitious climate commitments.
For the fiscal year 2025, PwC reported total emissions of approximately 2.14 billion kg CO2e. This figure comprises Scope 1 emissions of about 26.66 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of approximately 13.24 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions accounting for the largest portion at about 2.10 billion kg CO2e. Key contributors to Scope 3 emissions include purchased goods and services (approximately 1.10 billion kg CO2e) and business travel (around 621.96 million kg CO2e).
PwC's climate strategy includes a worldwide science-based commitment to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. This is underpinned by a commitment to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% from a FY19 base year by FY30. Additionally, PwC aims to reduce absolute Scope 3 business travel emissions by 50% within the same timeframe. Further demonstrating its commitment to sustainability within its value chain, PwC targets having 50% of its purchased goods and services suppliers, by emissions, set their own science-based targets by FY25.
In the longer term, PwC has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by 90% by 2050, relative to a 2019 baseline. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) framework for limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The company is tracking well against its near-term reduction targets for Scope 1 and 2 emissions.
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PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
6 goals2030
50% reduction in Scope 2
As part of the SBTi’s Net Zero Standard framework, companies commit to halving emissions by 2030 and getting close to zero emissions by 2050…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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Data year: 2024
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