Randstad N.V., a leading global provider of human resource services, is headquartered in the Netherlands and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 1960, Randstad has established itself as a key player in the staffing and recruitment industry, focusing on areas such as temporary staffing, permanent placement, and workforce management solutions. With a commitment to innovation, Randstad offers unique services that leverage advanced technology and data analytics to enhance the recruitment process. The company is renowned for its strong market position, consistently ranking among the top staffing firms worldwide. Notable achievements include a diverse portfolio of clients and a reputation for delivering tailored workforce solutions that meet the evolving needs of businesses and job seekers alike.
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In 2024, Randstad reported total carbon emissions of approximately 203,700,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 46,900,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 900,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 155,900,000 kg CO2e. This represents a decrease from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 238,500,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 57,400,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 1,200,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 179,900,000 kg CO2e. Randstad has committed to significant climate action, pledging to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. This commitment includes specific near-term targets: a 50% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2019 baseline, and a 30% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services within the same timeframe. Additionally, Randstad aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions from business travel and employee commuting by 46.2% by 2030. The company is aligned with the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi), committing to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% by 2050, also from a 2019 base year. These targets reflect Randstad's dedication to addressing climate change and contributing to global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 54,275,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 22,132,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 10,611,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Randstad's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 13% last year and increased significantly since 2015, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 77% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 67% 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.
Randstad 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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