Ceridian HCM Holding Inc., commonly known as Ceridian, is a leading human capital management (HCM) software company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1992, Ceridian has established itself as a key player in the HR technology industry, with a strong presence in North America and expanding operations globally. The company is renowned for its flagship product, Dayforce, an integrated cloud platform that streamlines HR processes, payroll, and talent management. Ceridian's innovative approach to workforce management and employee engagement sets it apart from competitors, enabling organisations to optimise their human resources effectively. With a commitment to enhancing the employee experience, Ceridian has achieved significant milestones, including recognition as a top HCM provider. Its focus on delivering unique, data-driven solutions has solidified its market position, making it a trusted partner for businesses seeking to elevate their HR capabilities.
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In 2023, Ceridian reported total carbon emissions of approximately 57,971,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, alongside 17,010 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions included about 966,520 kg CO2e from employee commuting and 192,710 kg CO2e from waste generated in operations. In 2022, Ceridian's emissions data revealed a total of 2,728,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 in the US, with Scope 1 emissions at 208,000 kg CO2e. The company has not set specific reduction targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment. Ceridian's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, and all reported figures are derived directly from their own disclosures. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, contributing to transparency in its climate impact.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,241,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 11,877,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 56,306,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000 |
Ceridian's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 97% last year and decreased by approximately 98% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 2% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Employee Commuting" being the largest emissions source at 83% 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.
Ceridian 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.
