Robert Walters, a leading global recruitment consultancy, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates extensively across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Founded in 1985, the firm has established itself within the Other Business Services sector, specifically focusing on recruitment solutions across various industries, including finance, technology, and engineering.
Renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation, Robert Walters offers a unique blend of permanent, contract, and interim recruitment services. The company’s extensive market knowledge and tailored approach have positioned it as a trusted partner for both clients and candidates. With numerous awards recognising its excellence in recruitment, Robert Walters continues to set industry standards, making it a prominent player in the global recruitment landscape.
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Industry Intensity
Business Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Business Services industry has increased its overall emissions by 24% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Robert Walters's reported carbon emissions
Robert Walters plc, a company in the Other business services (74) industry headquartered in Great Britain, has established a commitment to achieve net zero emissions by 2040 across Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
In terms of emissions data for the latest reporting years:
For 2025, Robert Walters plc reported a total of approximately 2,207,000 kg CO2e. This comprised approximately 507,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 emissions, primarily from mobile combustion, and approximately 1,096,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 emissions. Scope 3 emissions were reported at approximately 604,000 kg CO2e, with business travel accounting for about 522,000 kg CO2e and fuel and energy-related activities contributing around 82,000 kg CO2e.
In 2024, the company's total emissions were approximately 2,589,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were approximately 563,000 kg CO2e (mobile combustion), and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 1,105,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions totalled approximately 921,000 kg CO2e, with business travel representing about 843,000 kg CO2e and fuel and energy-related activities approximately 78,000 kg CO2e.
Prior years also show emissions data, with 2023 reporting a total of approximately 3,198,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1: 668,000 kg CO2e; Scope 2: 1,146,000 kg CO2e; Scope 3: 1,384,000 kg CO2e, including significant business travel emissions). In 2022, total emissions were approximately 2,948,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1: 593,000 kg CO2e; Scope 2: 1,057,000 kg CO2e; Scope 3: 1,298,000 kg CO2e). In 2021, total emissions were approximately 2,041,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1: 529,000 kg CO2e; Scope 2: 1,153,000 kg CO2e; Scope 3: 359,000 kg CO2e). For 2020, total emissions were approximately 2,309,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1: 519,000 kg CO2e; Scope 2: 1,310,000 kg CO2e; Scope 3: 480,000 kg CO2e). Emissions data from 2019 show a total of approximately 4,516,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1: 764,000 kg CO2e; Scope 2: 1,704,000 kg CO2e; Scope 3: 2,048,000 kg CO2e). In 2018, total emissions were approximately 4,065,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1: 434,000 kg CO2e; Scope 2: 1,883,000 kg CO2e; Scope 3: 1,749,000 kg CO2e). For 2017, total emissions were approximately 4,233,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1: 586,000 kg CO2e; Scope 2: 1,967,000 kg CO2e; Scope 3: 1,680,000 kg CO2e). The data also includes emissions for 2015, with a total of approximately 4,132,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1: 608,000 kg CO2e; Scope 2: 2,193,000 kg CO2e; Scope 3: 1,331,000 kg CO2e). Finally, emissions data for 2013 indicate a total of approximately 3,538,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1: 507,000 kg CO2e; Scope 2: 2,146,000 kg CO2e; Scope 3: 885,000 kg CO2e).
Robert Walters plc's climate commitments include a target to reach net zero by 2040 across Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. The company's reporting for Scope 3 emissions identifies business travel as a significant contributor.
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Robert Walters’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
1 goal2040
to reach our target of net zero by 2040 across Scope 1 and S…
to reach our target of net zero by 2040 across Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
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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