Atkins, officially known as Atkins Global, is a leading design, engineering, and project management consultancy headquartered in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1938, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific. Specialising in infrastructure, transportation, and environmental services, Atkins is renowned for its innovative solutions that address complex challenges in the built environment. With a commitment to sustainability and technological advancement, Atkins offers a diverse range of services, including engineering design, project management, and consultancy. The firm has achieved notable recognition in the industry, consistently ranking among the top engineering consultancies globally. Its unique approach combines technical expertise with a deep understanding of client needs, positioning Atkins as a trusted partner in delivering transformative projects.
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In 2023, Atkins reported total carbon emissions of approximately 16,280,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,012,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 713,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 14,555,000 kg CO2e. Notably, the largest contributors to Scope 3 emissions were business travel, accounting for about 9,202,000 kg CO2e, and employee commuting, which contributed approximately 4,891,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2019, Atkins's total emissions were approximately 24,967,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 1,693,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at around 1,873,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 21,400,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a significant reduction in total emissions over the four-year period. Atkins operates as a current subsidiary of AtkinsRéalis UK Limited, with emissions data cascaded from its parent company, AtkinsRéalis Group Inc. Despite the substantial emissions figures, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges disclosed by Atkins, indicating a potential area for future commitment and improvement in their climate strategy.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
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Scope 1 | 55,869,330 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 34,540,920 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Atkins is not participating in any 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.