Thomson Reuters Sustainability Profile
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 reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Thomson Reuters reported total carbon emissions of approximately 24,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 5,700,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2,300,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 16,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3, primarily attributed to business travel. This marks a significant increase from 2023, when total emissions were about 14,800,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 4,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 2,400,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 8,400,000 kg CO2e. Thomson Reuters has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050. The company has joined the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), committing to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2018 baseline. Additionally, it aims to cut 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, to have science-based targets by 2025. The emissions data and climate commitments are cascaded from Thomson Reuters Corporation, reflecting the company's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint across all scopes.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 7,773,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 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 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 48,082,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Thomson Reuters's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Thomson Reuters's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 90% last year and decreased by approximately 67% since 2013, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 67% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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Thomson Reuters's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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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