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Adp Sustainability Profile

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ADP, or Automatic Data Processing, Inc., is a leading provider of human capital management (HCM) solutions, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1949, ADP has evolved significantly, establishing itself as a key player in the payroll and HR services industry. With a strong presence across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, the company offers a comprehensive suite of products, including payroll processing, talent management, and benefits administration. ADP's unique approach combines advanced technology with deep industry expertise, enabling businesses to streamline their HR functions and enhance employee engagement. Recognised for its innovation, ADP has received numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a trusted partner for organisations of all sizes. With a commitment to delivering exceptional service and cutting-edge solutions, ADP continues to shape the future of workforce management.

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62

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.

29

Industry Benchmark

Adp's score of 62 is higher than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Adp's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, ADP reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 12703000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 60517000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, including 38096000 kg CO2e from business travel and 69753000 kg CO2e from employee commuting. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute global Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 25.2% by 2025 and 50% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. ADP has also committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes (1, 2, and 3) by 2050. Furthermore, it has established long-term targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), pledging to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2022 base year and to cut total emissions (Scopes 1, 2, and 3) by 90% by 2050 from the same base year. The emissions data and targets are sourced from Automatic Data Processing, Inc., reflecting the company's commitment to sustainability and climate action within the professional services sector.

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Scope 2
40,000,000
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Scope 3
60,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Adp's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Adp's primary industry is Business Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Adp's Location?

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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 Adp is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Adp's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Adp's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 523% last year and increased by approximately 300% since 2017, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 77% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 41% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
41%
Employee Commuting
29%
Business Travel
16%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
8%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
6%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Adp's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

Adp has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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