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Grimshaw Architects, commonly referred to as Grimshaw, is a renowned design firm headquartered in the United Kingdom. Specialising in a diverse range of business services within the architecture and design sector, the company has established a strong presence across multiple regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 1980, Grimshaw has grown to become a leader in innovative architectural solutions, recognised for its sustainable and forward-thinking approach.
The firm’s core offerings include architecture, master planning, and consultancy services, distinguished by their emphasis on environmental responsibility and cutting-edge design. With a portfolio featuring iconic projects worldwide, Grimshaw has earned a reputation for delivering functional, aesthetically compelling spaces that set industry standards. Its market position as a pioneer in sustainable architecture underscores its commitment to shaping the future of built environments.
+20 vs industry average
Grimshaw Architects’s score of 56 is higher than 69% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Business Services has below-average carbon intensity
The Business Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 25% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Grimshaw Architects, a UK-based company in the 'Other business services' sector, reported Scope 1 emissions of 1,000 kg CO2e for 2024. In 2023, its Scope 1 emissions were 7,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were 87,000 kg CO2e. For 2022, the company's total emissions were approximately 974,000 kg CO2e, comprising 2,400 kg CO2e from Scope 1 (specifically stationary combustion) and 154,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Scope 3 emissions for 2022 were 818,000 kg CO2e, primarily from business travel (632,000 kg CO2e) and employee commute (141,000 kg CO2e).
Grimshaw has set ambitious climate commitments. The company pledges to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. Near-term, Grimshaw commits to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 42% by 2030, using a 2023 base year. Additionally, the company aims to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from 'Purchased goods and services' by 25% by 2030, also from a 2023 base year. These targets are consistent with reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C, as validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Long-term, Grimshaw commits to reducing absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by 90% by 2050 from a 2023 base year.
2050
90% reduction in Scope 1
Grimshaw commits to reduce absolute scope 1, 2 and 3 GHG emissions 90.0% by 2050 from a 2023 base year.
2030
42% reduction in Scope 1
Grimshaw commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 42.0% by 2030 from a 2023 base year
2050
Grimshaw commits to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emission…
Grimshaw commits to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the value chain by 2050.
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