Wilmington plc, a prominent player in the professional services sector, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates extensively across the UK and internationally. Founded in 1995, the company has established itself as a leader in providing high-quality information, training, and consultancy services, primarily within the legal, financial, and healthcare industries. Wilmington's core offerings include specialised training programmes, compliance solutions, and market intelligence, all designed to enhance organisational performance and regulatory adherence. The company is recognised for its innovative approach and commitment to delivering tailored solutions that meet the evolving needs of its clients. With a strong market position, Wilmington has achieved notable milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have expanded its service portfolio and geographical reach.
How does Wilmington'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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In 2025, Wilmington's total carbon emissions amounted to approximately 1,349,240 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions contributing about 1,282,580 kg CO2e. The combined Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 66,660 kg CO2e. This data reflects a commitment to transparency in emissions reporting, as Wilmington has disclosed emissions across all relevant scopes. Wilmington has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. This long-term target was established in 2022 and is part of their Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitments. The company is currently on track to meet its long-term goals, although it has removed some near-term targets. Over the years, Wilmington has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with total emissions decreasing from approximately 4,310,700 kg CO2e in 2019 to the latest figure in 2025. This reduction highlights the company's ongoing efforts to enhance sustainability within its operations. Wilmington's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, ensuring that their reported figures are independently sourced. The company operates within the professional services sector in the United Kingdom, where it continues to focus on improving its environmental impact.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 79,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 0,000 | 00,000 | - | - |
| Scope 2 | 553,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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.
Wilmington 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.


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