Publicis Groupe, a leading name in the advertising agencies sector, is headquartered in France and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 1926, the company has evolved into a global powerhouse, renowned for its innovative approach to marketing and communications.
Publicis offers a diverse range of services, including digital marketing, media planning, and creative solutions, distinguished by its commitment to data-driven strategies and integrated campaigns. The agency's unique blend of creativity and technology positions it at the forefront of the industry, enabling clients to navigate the complexities of modern advertising.
With notable achievements such as being consistently ranked among the top advertising firms worldwide, Publicis Groupe continues to set benchmarks in the industry, driving impactful results for brands across various sectors.
+69 vs industry average
Publicis’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
Advertising Agencies is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Advertising Agencies industry has reduced its overall emissions by 17% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Publicis's reported carbon emissions
Publicis, a French advertising agency, is actively engaged in reducing its carbon footprint. For the reporting year 2025, the company reported approximately 281,044,000 kg CO2e in total emissions. This figure comprises approximately 5,338,000 kg CO2e of Scope 1 emissions, and approximately 11,312,000 kg CO2e of Scope 2 emissions (market-based). Scope 3 emissions accounted for the largest portion, totalling approximately 262,786,000 kg CO2e, with purchased goods and services being a significant contributor at approximately 103,702,000 kg CO2e. The company has established ambitious climate commitments, including a Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) goal for a 50% reduction in scopes 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as a baseline year. Publicis also aims for carbon neutrality across the entire group by 2030, with a long-term ambition to achieve Net Zero by 2040. Further reinforcing these commitments, the company is working towards a 90% reduction in emissions by 2040. Publicis is committed to transitioning to 100% direct-source renewable energy before 2030.
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Publicis’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
5 goals2030
100% reduction in scope 3 total
Réduction des émissions de carbone et un objectif de passer à 100% ENR en source directe avant 2030.
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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