Wolters Kluwer
Wolters Kluwer, a global leader in professional information services, is headquartered in the Netherlands (NL) and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific. Founded in 1836, the company has evolved significantly, establishing itself as a key player in the legal, tax, finance, and healthcare sectors. Wolters Kluwer offers a diverse range of products and services, including cutting-edge software solutions, regulatory compliance tools, and expert content that empower professionals to make informed decisions. Its unique integration of technology and expertise sets it apart in the industry. With a strong market position, Wolters Kluwer has received numerous accolades for innovation and excellence, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner for professionals worldwide.
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Wolters Kluwer's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Wolters Kluwer reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 279,457,000 kg CO2e. This includes 2,101,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 7,760,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 269,596,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its emissions, committing to a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, and a 30% reduction in Scope 3 emissions, both from a 2019 baseline. For the previous year, 2023, Wolters Kluwer's emissions were reported at approximately 287,543,000 kg CO2e globally, with Scope 1 emissions at 2,331,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions at 8,733,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The company has also formalised a long-term commitment to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050, aiming for a 90% reduction in absolute emissions across all scopes from the 2019 baseline. Wolters Kluwer's emissions data is sourced directly from the company, with no cascading from a parent organisation. The company is actively engaged in sustainability initiatives and has aligned its targets with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that its reduction goals are consistent with the global aim to limit warming to 1.5°C.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 20,622,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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