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Morrison Hershfield

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.

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48

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Morrison Hershfield's score of 48 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Morrison Hershfield's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Morrison Hershfield reported total carbon emissions of approximately 22,157,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 22,157,000 kg CO2e, primarily from stationary combustion (208,000 kg CO2e) and mobile combustion (27,500 kg CO2e). Scope 2 emissions, which relate to purchased electricity, totalled approximately 5,139,000 kg CO2e. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions amounted to about 17,766,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from business travel (778,000 kg CO2e) and employee commuting (1,045,000 kg CO2e). Morrison Hershfield has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, as part of their long-term climate strategy. This commitment encompasses all scopes of emissions, reflecting a comprehensive approach to reducing their carbon footprint. The company is actively working towards this goal, having established a near-term target status of "Committed" as of August 2023. The firm has demonstrated a proactive stance in addressing climate change, aligning with industry standards and best practices in sustainability. Their ongoing efforts and commitments position them as a responsible player in the construction and engineering sector, headquartered in Canada.

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Scope 2
1,297,000
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Scope 3
2,230,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Morrison Hershfield's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Morrison Hershfield is in CA, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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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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