PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, commonly known as PwC, is a leading global provider of professional services headquartered in the United States. Established in 1998 through the merger of Price Waterhouse and Coopers & Lybrand, PwC has since expanded its operations across major regions, including Europe, Asia, and the Americas.
Operating within the "Other business services" sector, PwC offers a diverse range of services, including audit and assurance, consulting, and tax advisory. What sets PwC apart is its commitment to innovation and quality, leveraging advanced technology and industry expertise to deliver tailored solutions.
With a strong market position, PwC is recognised for its significant contributions to the business landscape, consistently ranking among the top firms in the industry. Its dedication to excellence and client satisfaction has solidified its reputation as a trusted partner for organisations worldwide.
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Industry Intensity
Business Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Business Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 25% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2025
Reported emissions
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PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP's reported carbon emissions
PwC LLP, a professional services firm headquartered in the US within the Other business services (74) industry, is committed to climate action. In 2022, the firm reported a total of approximately 122.4 million kg CO2e in emissions. This figure comprised approximately 30.2 million kg CO2e for Scope 2 emissions and approximately 87.5 million kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions, specifically from business travel.
Looking at previous years, PwC LLP reported approximately 45.6 million kg CO2e in 2021, with Scope 2 emissions around 32.2 million kg CO2e and Scope 3 business travel emissions at approximately 8.7 million kg CO2e. In 2020, total emissions were approximately 311.1 million kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions at about 38.0 million kg CO2e and Scope 3 business travel at around 268.1 million kg CO2e. In 2019, total emissions stood at approximately 435.9 million kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions around 42.1 million kg CO2e and Scope 3 business travel at approximately 388.7 million kg CO2e.
Earlier data from 2018 indicated total emissions of about 72.9 million kg CO2e, including Scope 1 at approximately 1.2 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 3.6 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 68.1 million kg CO2e. In 2017, total emissions were approximately 81.8 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at around 2.2 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 4.9 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 74.7 million kg CO2e. Data from 2007 shows total emissions of about 115.2 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 5.6 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 25.5 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 84.1 million kg CO2e. Emissions data for 2008 was approximately 34.9 million kg CO2e, though specific scope breakdowns are not available for this year.
PwC LLP is a signatory to the Climate Pledge, having signed on December 15, 2022. This commitment signifies their intent to align with the goals of the Climate Pledge. Emission data is cascaded from PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited at cascade level 1 for SBTi and RTZ initiatives. PwC LLP itself leads on CDP, RE100, and Climate Pledge initiatives at cascade level 0.
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PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Inherited from PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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