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GB
updated 14 hours ago

Wpp

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WPP plc, a leading global communications services group headquartered in Great Britain, has established itself as a powerhouse in the advertising and marketing industry since its founding in 1985. With a presence in over 100 countries, WPP operates across key regions including Europe, North America, and Asia, providing a diverse range of services that encompass advertising, media planning, and digital marketing. WPP's core offerings include innovative solutions in brand strategy, customer engagement, and data analytics, setting it apart through its commitment to creativity and technology integration. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as the acquisition of several prominent agencies, solidifying its market position as one of the largest advertising networks globally. With a focus on delivering measurable results, WPP continues to lead the way in shaping the future of marketing communications.

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96

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services 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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Wpp's score of 96 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Wpp's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, WPP's carbon emissions in Great Britain were reported as follows: Scope 1 emissions totalled approximately 1,552,000 kg CO2e, with mobile combustion contributing about 2,000 kg CO2e and stationary combustion accounting for about 1,540,000 kg CO2e. Scope 2 emissions, based on location, were approximately 3,626,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 84% by 2025, using 2019 as the baseline year. Globally, WPP's emissions for 2024 included approximately 9,629,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1, 6,250,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2, and a significant 91,651,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3, primarily from business travel. The total emissions for Scope 1 and 2 combined were about 15,879,000 kg CO2e. WPP is committed to achieving net zero emissions across its operations (Scope 1 and 2) by 2025 and aims to extend this commitment to its entire supply chain (Scope 3) by 2030. This commitment includes offsetting residual emissions to reach net zero. The targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring they align with climate science and the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. WPP's climate strategy reflects a proactive approach to sustainability, with a focus on significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions and a commitment to transparency in reporting its progress.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Wpp's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very 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 Wpp is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Wpp 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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