TAL Education Group, commonly referred to as TAL, is a leading player in the education technology sector, headquartered in Beijing, China. Founded in 2003, TAL has established itself as a prominent provider of K-12 after-school tutoring services, primarily operating across major cities in China, including Shanghai and Guangzhou. The company offers a diverse range of educational products and services, including online and offline tutoring, personalised learning solutions, and innovative educational content. TAL's unique approach combines technology with expert teaching, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, TAL Education Group has achieved significant milestones, including a successful IPO in 2010 and recognition for its commitment to educational excellence. As a trusted name in the industry, TAL continues to shape the future of learning in China and beyond.
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TAL Education Group's score of 20 is lower than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2019, TAL Education Group reported carbon emissions of approximately 79,799,000 kg CO2e, with all emissions classified under Scope 1. The total emissions for Scope 1 and 2 combined reached about 1,543,954,000 kg CO2e. This marked an increase from 2018, where emissions were about 63,329,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and a total of approximately 1,586,632,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2. TAL Education Group has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives, such as those aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Furthermore, there are no documented climate pledges or commitments to reduce emissions. The company has not inherited emissions data from any parent or related organizations, indicating that all reported figures are independently sourced. Overall, while TAL Education Group has provided emissions data for recent years, it lacks a clear framework for emissions reduction or climate commitments, which is increasingly important in the education sector's response to climate change.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2018 | 2019 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 567,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 65,428,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 1,302,000 | 000,000 | - | - |
TAL Education Group's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 30% last year and decreased by approximately 30% since 2015, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 2% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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.
TAL Education Group 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.
