Arup
Arup Group Limited, commonly known as Arup, is a global leader in engineering, design, and consultancy services, headquartered in London, GB. Founded in 1946, the firm has established a strong presence across major operational regions, including Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Specialising in infrastructure, buildings, and environmental services, Arup is renowned for its innovative approach to sustainable design and project delivery. The company’s commitment to integrating cutting-edge technology with creative solutions sets it apart in the industry. With a rich history of landmark projects, Arup has consistently positioned itself at the forefront of the engineering sector, earning accolades for its contributions to urban development and sustainability. Its unique blend of technical expertise and collaborative spirit continues to drive its success in shaping a better world.
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Arup's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Arup Group Ltd. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 115,338,000 kg CO2e, a decrease from about 119,957,000 kg CO2e in 2023. The emissions breakdown for 2024 includes 970,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 613,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 113,755,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to reducing their carbon footprint across all scopes. Arup has set ambitious targets to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040. They aim to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% by 2030, using a 2019 baseline, and to cut Scope 3 emissions by 35% within the same timeframe. Additionally, they have reported a 14% reduction in emissions compared to their 2019 baseline, indicating progress towards their net-zero goal. The company is also a signatory of the Amazon Climate Pledge, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability. Arup's initiatives are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that their reduction targets are consistent with the global aim to limit warming to 1.5°C.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,107,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 9,948,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 161,445,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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