Atkins
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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Atkins's reported carbon emissions
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 approximately 713,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 14,555,000 kg CO2e. Notably, the majority of Scope 3 emissions stem from 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' total emissions were about 24,967,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction of approximately 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 has not established formal reduction targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, suggesting a need for further commitment to structured climate action. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, aligning with industry standards for transparency and accountability in climate commitments.
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| Scope 1 | 18,320 |
| Scope 2 | 23,980 |
| Scope 3 | 50,530 |
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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.
