Intertek Group plc, commonly known as Intertek, is a leading provider of research and development services headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1885, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia. Specialising in quality and safety solutions, Intertek offers a diverse range of services, including testing, inspection, and certification across multiple industries.
With a commitment to innovation, Intertek stands out for its comprehensive approach to product development and compliance, ensuring that clients meet regulatory standards while enhancing their market competitiveness. The company has achieved notable milestones, solidifying its position as a trusted partner for businesses seeking to improve product quality and safety. As a pioneer in the research and development sector, Intertek continues to drive excellence and sustainability in its services.
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Intertek’s score of 67 is higher than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Research Services has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Research Services industry has increased its overall emissions by 17% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Intertek's reported carbon emissions
Intertek, a research and development services company headquartered in GB, is committed to reducing its environmental impact. For the reporting year 2025, the company reported total emissions of approximately 105.8 million kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 63.0 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions, using the market-based approach, of approximately 27.0 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for business travel, employee commute, and fuel and energy-related activities were reported as approximately 16.9 million kg CO2e, 26.4 million kg CO2e, and 6.7 million kg CO2e respectively. In 2024, Intertek reported total emissions of approximately 111.9 million kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of about 58.0 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 market-based emissions of approximately 48.6 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for business travel, employee commute, and fuel and energy-related activities were reported as approximately 20.0 million kg CO2e, 27.2 million kg CO2e, and 5.4 million kg CO2e, respectively. Looking back, in 2023, Intertek's total emissions were approximately 191.2 million kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of about 61.2 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 market-based emissions of approximately 78.2 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for business travel, employee commute, and fuel and energy-related activities were reported as approximately 18.1 million kg CO2e, 27.1 million kg CO2e, and 6.5 million kg CO2e. In 2022, total emissions were approximately 214.1 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 58.8 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 market-based at approximately 102.1 million kg CO2e. Intertek has set ambitious climate targets. The company is committed to reaching net-zero emissions by 2050 and is a member of the Race to Zero campaign. Furthermore, Intertek has pledged to reduce absolute Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 (business travel and employee commuting) emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2019 as a baseline year. Additionally, Intertek aims to have 70% of its suppliers by spend, covering purchased goods and services, capital goods, and upstream transportation and distribution, achieve science-based targets by 2027. These targets are recognised by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) as being consistent with limiting warming to 1.5°C.
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Intertek’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
4 goals2030
50% reduction in all scopes
2030: Reduce absolute scope 1, scope 2 and scope 3 (business travel and employee commuting) by 50% vs 2019 base line.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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