Atkins Sustainability Profile
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, business travel accounted for about 9,202,000 kg CO2e, while employee commuting contributed approximately 4,891,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2019, Atkins's total emissions were approximately 24,967,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction of about 8,687,000 kg CO2e over the four-year period. This reduction reflects a commitment to improving sustainability practices, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. Atkins operates as a current subsidiary of AtkinsRéalis UK Limited, with emissions data cascaded from its parent company, AtkinsRéalis Group Inc. This relationship influences its climate commitments and reporting practices. However, no specific science-based targets (SBTi) or climate pledges have been outlined in the available data.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 55,869,330 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 34,540,920 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Atkins's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Atkins's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 3% last year and decreased by approximately 27% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 49% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Atkins'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.
Atkins has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
