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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In 2024, Montrose Environmental Group, Inc. reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 89,506,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 13,213,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 5,427,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 70,867,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2022 as the base year. Furthermore, Montrose aims for a long-term reduction of 90% in these scopes by 2040. In addition to its Scope 1 and 2 commitments, Montrose has pledged to reduce its Scope 3 emissions—covering areas such as purchased goods and services, capital goods, business travel, employee commuting, and the use of sold products—by 90% by 2040. The company is also committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2040. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Montrose's commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in line with global climate goals.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 6,301,000 | 0,000,000 | 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 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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.
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.

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