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Yougov

YouGov, a leading global public opinion and data company, is headquartered in London, GB. Founded in 2000, YouGov has established itself as a key player in the market research industry, providing valuable insights across various sectors, including politics, consumer behaviour, and brand perception. With a strong presence in the UK, US, and several other international markets, YouGov offers unique products such as the YouGov Panel and YouGov BrandIndex, which leverage advanced technology and a vast database of respondents to deliver real-time data. Recognised for its innovative approach, YouGov has achieved significant milestones, including partnerships with major media outlets and a reputation for accuracy in polling. Its commitment to transparency and reliability positions YouGov as a trusted source for businesses and organisations seeking to understand public sentiment.

DitchCarbon Score

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75

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Research 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Yougov's score of 75 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Yougov's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, YouGov reported total carbon emissions of approximately 66,010 kg CO2e in Great Britain, comprising 24,770 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions (including 24,770 kg CO2e from fugitive emissions and 120 kg CO2e from stationary combustion) and 41,240 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (purchased electricity). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2030 from a fiscal year 2022 baseline. Additionally, YouGov is committed to achieving net-zero emissions for Scope 1 and 2 by 2050. For Scope 3 emissions, which include indirect emissions from business travel and upstream transportation, YouGov has pledged to reduce these by 25% by 2030, with a long-term goal of a 90% reduction by 2050 from the same baseline year. This comprehensive approach aligns with industry standards and reflects YouGov's commitment to addressing climate change effectively.

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Scope 2
274,000
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Scope 3
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Yougov's primary industry is Research and development services (73), 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 Yougov is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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

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