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Montrose Environmental Sustainability Profile

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Montrose Environmental Group, commonly referred to as Montrose, is a leading provider of environmental services headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2012, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across key regions, including North America and Europe, establishing a strong presence in the environmental consulting and engineering sectors. Montrose offers a comprehensive range of services, including air quality management, water resources, and waste management solutions, distinguished by their commitment to innovation and sustainability. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as strategic acquisitions that enhance its service offerings and market reach. With a focus on delivering tailored solutions, Montrose Environmental is well-positioned as a trusted partner for businesses navigating complex environmental challenges.

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85

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Research Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

28

Industry Benchmark

Montrose Environmental's score of 85 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

92%

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Montrose Environmental's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Montrose Environmental Group, Inc. reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 89,506,000 kg CO2e. This includes 13,213,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 5,427,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to purchased electricity. The majority of their emissions, about 70,867,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which includes indirect emissions from the value chain, such as capital goods and the use of sold products. Montrose has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2022 baseline. Furthermore, they plan to achieve a 90% reduction in these emissions by 2040. For Scope 3 emissions, the company also targets a 42% reduction by 2030 and a 90% reduction by 2040. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to keep global warming below 1.5°C. Additionally, Montrose has committed to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2040. This comprehensive approach reflects their dedication to sustainability and climate action within the professional services sector.

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20202021202220232024
Scope 1
6,301,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
1,962,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
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-
000,000,000
000,000,000
00,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Montrose Environmental's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Montrose Environmental's primary industry is Research Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Montrose Environmental's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Montrose Environmental is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Montrose Environmental's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Montrose Environmental's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 74% last year and decreased by approximately 38% since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 79% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 27% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Use of Sold Products
27%
Purchased Goods and Services
22%
Capital Goods
17%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
11%
Business Travel
8%
Employee Commuting
7%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
6%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Montrose Environmental'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.

Montrose Environmental 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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