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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In 2024, Robert Walters reported carbon emissions of approximately 187,000 kg CO2e in the UK, comprising 33,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 154,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Globally, their total emissions reached about 2,601,000 kg CO2e, with 570,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,110,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 921,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. In 2023, the UK emissions were similar, with 33,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 150,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The global figures for that year were approximately 3,198,000 kg CO2e, including 668,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,146,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,384,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Robert Walters has not set specific reduction targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other formal climate pledges. Their emissions data is not cascaded from a parent organization, indicating that they independently report their carbon footprint. The company continues to monitor and disclose its emissions, reflecting a commitment to transparency in its climate impact.
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| 2013 | 2015 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 507,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 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 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 885,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
Robert Walters's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 33% last year and increased by approximately 4% since 2013, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 35% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" being the largest emissions source at 183% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Robert Walters has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
