Robert Walters
Robert Walters, a leading global recruitment consultancy, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates across key regions including Europe, Asia, and Australia. Founded in 1985, the firm has established itself as a prominent player in the recruitment industry, specialising in the placement of professionals in finance, technology, engineering, and legal sectors. With a commitment to delivering exceptional talent solutions, Robert Walters offers a unique blend of local expertise and international reach, ensuring clients find the right candidates for their needs. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to recruitment, leveraging advanced technology and market insights to enhance the hiring process. Recognised for its strong market position, Robert Walters has received numerous accolades, reflecting its dedication to quality and client satisfaction. As a trusted partner in recruitment, the firm continues to shape the future of talent acquisition across various industries.
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Robert Walters's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Robert Walters reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,601,000 kg CO2e globally, with emissions broken down into Scope 1 (570,000 kg CO2e), Scope 2 (1,110,000 kg CO2e), and Scope 3 (921,000 kg CO2e). Notably, business travel accounted for a significant portion of their Scope 3 emissions, totalling about 1,686,000 kg CO2e. For the UK operations in 2024, the company disclosed Scope 1 emissions of 33,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of 154,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, global emissions were higher at approximately 3,198,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 668,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 1,146,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 1,384,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction in total emissions year-on-year. Despite these figures, Robert Walters has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments, nor do they participate in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Their emissions data is not cascaded from any parent company, and they have not disclosed any formal climate pledges. Overall, Robert Walters's emissions reflect their operational footprint, with a clear need for future commitments to reduce their carbon impact in line with industry standards.
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| 2013 | 2015 | 2018 | 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 494,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,146,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 885,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
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Robert Walters is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
