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Skidmore Owings And Merrill

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill LLP (SOM) is a renowned architectural, urban planning, and engineering firm headquartered in the United States. Established in 1936, SOM has consistently pushed the boundaries of design and innovation, with a significant presence in major cities across North America, Europe, and Asia. The firm is celebrated for its iconic skyscrapers, sustainable design practices, and comprehensive urban development projects. SOM's unique approach combines cutting-edge technology with a deep understanding of the built environment, resulting in structures that are both functional and aesthetically striking. With numerous awards and recognitions, including the AIA Gold Medal, SOM stands as a leader in the architecture industry, shaping skylines and communities worldwide. Their commitment to excellence and sustainability continues to set them apart in a competitive market.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Skidmore Owings And Merrill's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Construction Work industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

20

Industry Benchmark

Skidmore Owings And Merrill's score of 29 is higher than 60% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Skidmore Owings And Merrill's reported carbon emissions

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill LLP (SOM), headquartered in the United States, has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at significantly reducing its carbon emissions. Although specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, the firm has established clear reduction targets. SOM commits to a 67% reduction in absolute greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2033, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, the firm aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions—specifically from the use of sold products—by 64% per square metre of building floor area within the same timeframe. These targets align with the science-based criteria necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C. SOM's commitment reflects a proactive approach to sustainability within the professional services sector, demonstrating leadership in addressing climate change through measurable and science-based targets.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Skidmore Owings And Merrill's primary industry is Construction work (45), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Skidmore Owings And Merrill is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Skidmore Owings And Merrill is participating in some 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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