Alten, officially known as Alten SA, is a prominent player in the engineering and technology consulting sector, headquartered in France. Established in 1988, the company has expanded its operations across Europe, North America, and Asia, solidifying its presence in key markets. Specialising in IT services and engineering solutions, Alten offers a diverse range of core products, including software development, systems integration, and project management. What sets Alten apart is its commitment to innovation and quality, ensuring tailored solutions that meet the evolving needs of its clients. With a strong market position, Alten has achieved significant milestones, including consistent growth and recognition as a leader in the engineering consulting industry. The company’s dedication to excellence has earned it a reputation for delivering high-value services across various sectors, including aerospace, automotive, and telecommunications.
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In 2024, Alten's total carbon emissions in France amounted to approximately 29,072,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 733,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 25,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 28,314,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Alten has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 59.8% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company targets a 55% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per EUR value added within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include achieving a 90% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 97% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2050, also from a 2019 baseline. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Alten's commitment to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. The emissions data and reduction targets are sourced from Alten S.A., ensuring a comprehensive approach to climate accountability.
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| 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 9,700,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 7,500,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 246,100,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Alten's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 3% last year and decreased by approximately 68% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 79% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Employee Commuting" being the largest emissions source at 53% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Alten 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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