Reed
Reed, officially known as Reed Global, is a prominent recruitment and talent solutions company headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1960, Reed has established itself as a leader in the recruitment industry, specialising in various sectors including finance, IT, engineering, and healthcare. With a strong presence across the UK and Europe, Reed has consistently delivered innovative staffing solutions tailored to meet the evolving needs of businesses and job seekers alike. The company is renowned for its unique approach to recruitment, combining advanced technology with personalised service to connect employers with top talent. Reed's commitment to quality and customer satisfaction has earned it a notable position in the market, making it a trusted partner for organisations seeking to enhance their workforce. With decades of experience and a robust network, Reed continues to shape the future of recruitment.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Reed's score of 39 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Reed's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Reed reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,785,000 kg CO2e, comprising 285,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,098,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 795,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a significant reduction from previous years, with total emissions decreasing from about 2,451,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and 1,987,000 kg CO2e in 2021. Reed's emissions profile shows a consistent decline over the years, with total emissions peaking at approximately 126,180,000 kg CO2e in 2007. The company has made strides in reducing its carbon footprint, particularly in Scope 2 emissions, which fell from about 74,062,000 kg CO2e in 2007 to 1,098,000 kg CO2e in 2023. Despite these reductions, Reed has not publicly committed to specific science-based targets or climate pledges. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further commitment to formal climate initiatives. Overall, Reed's ongoing efforts reflect a positive trend towards lower carbon emissions, aligning with broader industry goals for sustainability and climate action.
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Add to project| 2006 | 2007 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 16,221,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 68,401,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 35,089,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Reed is not committed to any 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.
