Morrison Hershfield, a leading engineering and consulting firm, is headquartered in California and operates across North America. Founded in 1946, the company has established a strong reputation in the building science, structural engineering, and environmental sectors.
With a focus on innovative solutions, Morrison Hershfield offers a range of services including project management, energy efficiency consulting, and infrastructure design. Their commitment to sustainability and client-centric approaches sets them apart in a competitive market.
Recognised for their expertise, the firm has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying their position as a trusted partner in the industry. With a legacy of excellence spanning over seven decades, Morrison Hershfield continues to drive advancements in engineering and consulting services.
+8 vs industry average
Morrison Hershfield’s score of 40 is higher than 58% 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 – 2025
Reported emissions
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Morrison Hershfield's reported carbon emissions
Morrison Hershfield, headquartered in CA, reported a total of approximately 35.5 million kg CO2e in emissions for 2022. This total comprises approximately 22.16 million kg CO2e for Scope 1, approximately 27.61 million kg CO2e for Scope 2 (location-based), and approximately 17.77 million kg CO2e for Scope 3. In 2021, the company's emissions data included approximately 300,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 (stationary combustion) and approximately 859,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (purchased electricity). Scope 3 emissions data was not fully disclosed for 2021, with missing data points for purchased goods and services, business travel, and employee commute. For 2019, Morrison Hershfield reported approximately 300,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 (stationary combustion), approximately 859,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (purchased electricity), and approximately 1.63 million kg CO2e for Scope 3 (employee commute). Scope 3 data for purchased goods and services and business travel were not fully disclosed for this year. In 2009, total emissions were approximately 2.2 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 contributing approximately 220,000 kg CO2e (stationary combustion), Scope 2 approximately 1.30 million kg CO2e (purchased electricity), and Scope 3 approximately 2.23 million kg CO2e (employee commute). Scope 3 data for purchased goods and services and business travel were not fully disclosed for this year. Morrison Hershfield has demonstrated a commitment to climate action, with SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) targets cascaded from its ultimate parent organisation, Stantec Inc. Their commitments include a net-zero target, with a long-term ambition set for 2050. Previous SBTi commitments have been noted, including a near-term target with a status of "Committed" and a long-term target with a status of "Commitment removed" in August 2023, indicating a possible evolution or update in their decarbonisation strategy. The data indicates a commitment to net-zero by an unspecified year, with a noted lack of 1.5°C alignment date.
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
Inherited from Stantec Inc.The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
Inherited from Stantec Inc.RE 100
Climate Action 100
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