Kelly Services
Kelly Services, a leading name in the staffing and workforce solutions industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1946, the company has established itself as a pioneer in providing innovative workforce solutions across various sectors, including IT, engineering, and administrative services. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, Kelly Services has consistently adapted to the evolving needs of businesses and job seekers alike.
The company offers a diverse range of services, including temporary staffing, direct-hire recruitment, and talent management solutions, setting itself apart through its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Recognised for its industry expertise, Kelly Services has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a trusted partner for organisations seeking to optimise their workforce.
+12 vs industry average
Kelly Services’s score of 44 is higher than 61% 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
Business Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Business Services industry has increased its overall emissions by 24% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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Kelly Services's reported carbon emissions
Kelly Services, Inc., a company in the "Other business services" industry headquartered in the US, has reported its carbon emissions across various scopes. For the year 2024, their total reported emissions were approximately 26.5 million kg CO2e. This total comprises approximately 1.3 million kg CO2e for Scope 1, around 2.6 million kg CO2e for Scope 2, and approximately 22.6 million kg CO2e for Scope 3. In 2023, Kelly Services reported total emissions of approximately 21.2 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions around 1.3 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions approximately 3.5 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at about 16.4 million kg CO2e. The previous year, 2022, saw total emissions of approximately 7.4 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 1.4 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 around 5.0 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 0.04 million kg CO2e. For 2021, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 1.6 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 6.3 million kg CO2e. Emissions data for 2020, 2019, 2018, and 2017 are also available, with total emissions for these years ranging from approximately 0.7 million kg CO2e to 9.5 million kg CO2e. No emissions data was reported for 2016. Kelly Services has established climate commitments aligned with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Their near-term targets, set with a 2024 base year and aiming for 2034, include a commitment to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 58.8%. Additionally, they are committed to reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, business travel, and employee commuting by 35.0% within the same timeframe. They also had a medium-term goal to reduce emissions by 3% over a three-year period until 2020.
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Kelly Services’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2050
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Develop a climate strategy to mitigate, remove and compensate our impact and align emission reduction targets with science to limit global w…
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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