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Serco Group plc, commonly known as Serco, is a prominent player in the public administration and defence services sector, headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1929, the company has evolved significantly, establishing a strong presence in various operational regions, including Europe, North America, and the Asia-Pacific.
Specialising in compulsory social security services, Serco delivers a range of core products and services that include operational support for government agencies, defence logistics, and citizen services. What sets Serco apart is its commitment to innovation and efficiency, ensuring that public services are delivered effectively and responsively.
With a robust market position, Serco has achieved notable milestones, including numerous contracts with government entities, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted partner in public service delivery. The company continues to focus on enhancing its service offerings, making it a key player in the industry.
84
DitchCarbon score
+56 vs industry average
Serco’s score of 84 is higher than 91% 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
Low
Public Administration has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.166
20182025
The Public Administration industry has reduced its overall emissions by 30% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Serco's reported carbon emissions
Serco, a public administration and defence services provider headquartered in GB, has set ambitious climate targets. For 2025, the company reported a total of approximately 521.84 million kg CO2e across Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. This includes roughly 28.87 million kg CO2e for Scope 1, and approximately 6.97 million kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), alongside 453.16 million kg CO2e for Scope 3.
Serco is committed to significant emissions reductions, aiming for a 45.9% decrease in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by FY2030, using FY2022 as a baseline. Furthermore, the company aims to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from fuel- and energy-related activities and business travel by 25.0% by FY2030. Looking towards the long term, Serco is working towards reaching net-zero GHG emissions across its value chain by FY2050, with a commitment to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 95.0% and absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 90.0% by FY2050, also from a FY2022 baseline. As part of its near-term supplier engagement, Serco aims for 95.0% of its suppliers, covering purchased goods and services, capital goods, and upstream transportation and distribution, to have science-based targets by FY2028.
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Serco’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
7 goals2050
95% reduction in Scope 2
Serco Group plc commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 95.0% by FY2050 from FY2022 base year.
On track95%
2030
45.9% reduction in Scope 2
Serco Group plc commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 45.9% by FY2030 from FY2022 base year.
On track45.9%
2050
95% reduction in Scope 1
Serco Group plc commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 95.0% by FY2050 from FY2022 base year.
At risk95%
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Serco27 days ago
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