Thomson Reuters Corporation, a leading global provider of intelligent information, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 2008 through the merger of Thomson Corporation and Reuters Group, the company has established itself as a key player in the legal, financial, and media industries. Thomson Reuters offers a diverse range of products and services, including legal research tools, financial market data, and news services, all designed to empower professionals with actionable insights. Its flagship offerings, such as Westlaw and Eikon, are renowned for their depth and reliability, setting the company apart in a competitive landscape. With a strong market position, Thomson Reuters has received numerous accolades for innovation and excellence, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner for professionals worldwide.
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Thomson Reuters's score of 40 is higher than 65% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2020, Thomson Reuters reported total carbon emissions of approximately 39,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising Scope 2 emissions of about 38,419,100 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 2,866,920 kg CO2e. Notably, the company does not disclose Scope 1 emissions data. Thomson Reuters has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050. The company has established near-term targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), committing to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2018 baseline. Additionally, it aims to cut absolute Scope 3 emissions from fuel and energy-related activities, business travel, and employee commuting by 25% by 2025 from a 2019 baseline. Furthermore, Thomson Reuters plans for 65% of its suppliers, by spend on purchased goods and services, to have science-based targets by 2025. This data is cascaded from its parent company, Thomson Reuters Corporation, which maintains a comprehensive approach to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2020 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 7,773,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | 474,752,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 48,082,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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.
Thomson Reuters 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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