Allied Universal, a leading security and facility services provider, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America and beyond. Founded in 2016 through the merger of AlliedBarton and Universal Services of America, the company has quickly established itself as a key player in the security industry, offering a comprehensive range of services including security personnel, technology solutions, and risk management. With a commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction, Allied Universal stands out for its tailored security solutions that meet the unique needs of various sectors, including commercial, residential, and government. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as being recognised as one of the largest security firms globally, reflecting its strong market position and dedication to excellence in service delivery.
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In 2024, Allied Universal reported total carbon emissions of approximately 301,924,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 191,683,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 49,498,000 kg CO2e (market-based). This marks an increase from 2023, where total emissions were about 277,027,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 191,002,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at around 45,422,000 kg CO2e (market-based). Allied Universal has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by at least 42% by 2030, using a 2024 baseline. This target is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflects a commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 or sooner across all scopes. The company is currently classified as a small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) and has received approval for its near-term targets, which are consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The emissions data for Allied Universal is cascaded from its parent company, Allied Universal Security Services LLC, which is responsible for the overall climate strategy and reporting. The company has not disclosed Scope 3 emissions data, but it has indicated intentions to measure and reduce these emissions in the future.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 234,812,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 87,316,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000 | - | - | - |
Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 2% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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.
Allied Universal 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.

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