Hydrock Sustainability Profile
Hydrock, officially known as Hydrock Group, is a leading engineering and environmental consultancy headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1995, the company has expanded its operations across key regions, including London, the South West, and the Midlands. Specialising in civil and structural engineering, environmental consultancy, and project management, Hydrock is recognised for its innovative approach and commitment to sustainability. The firm has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for its projects, which highlight its expertise in delivering complex infrastructure solutions. With a strong market position, Hydrock is dedicated to providing tailored services that meet the unique needs of its clients, ensuring high-quality outcomes in every project. Its focus on collaboration and technical excellence sets it apart in the competitive engineering landscape.
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Hydrock's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Hydrock, now part of Stantec, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,814,900 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 82,500 kg CO2e, comprising 16,000 kg CO2e from mobile combustion and 66,500 kg CO2e from stationary combustion. Scope 2 emissions accounted for approximately 244,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions totalled around 1,488,400 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from employee commuting (about 789,600 kg CO2e) and business travel (approximately 410,400 kg CO2e). In 2023, the company reported total emissions of about 1,318,300 kg CO2e, indicating a substantial increase from the previous year. The breakdown included Scope 1 emissions of approximately 94,800 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of about 203,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 1,020,500 kg CO2e. Hydrock has committed to ambitious climate targets under Stantec’s Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aiming for a 47% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, the company has set a long-term goal to achieve net zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. This commitment reflects Hydrock's dedication to addressing climate change and aligns with industry standards for sustainability and carbon reduction. The emissions data and reduction targets are cascaded from Stantec Inc., highlighting the company's integrated approach to environmental responsibility within its corporate family.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 192,200 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 122,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 32,600 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Hydrock's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Hydrock's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 57% last year and increased significantly since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Employee Commuting" being the largest emissions source at 58% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Hydrock'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.
Hydrock has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
