WPP plc, a leading global communications services group headquartered in Great Britain, has established itself as a powerhouse in the advertising and marketing industry since its founding in 1985. With a presence in over 100 countries, WPP operates across key regions including Europe, North America, and Asia, providing a diverse range of services that encompass advertising, media planning, and digital marketing. WPP's core offerings include innovative solutions in brand strategy, customer engagement, and data analytics, setting it apart through its commitment to creativity and technology integration. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as the acquisition of several prominent agencies, solidifying its market position as one of the largest advertising networks globally. With a focus on delivering measurable results, WPP continues to lead the way in shaping the future of marketing communications.
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In 2024, WPP's carbon emissions in Great Britain were reported as follows: Scope 1 emissions totalled approximately 1,552,000 kg CO2e, with mobile combustion contributing about 2,000 kg CO2e and stationary combustion accounting for about 1,540,000 kg CO2e. Scope 2 emissions, based on location, were approximately 3,626,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 84% by 2025, using a 2019 baseline. Additionally, WPP aims to achieve net zero emissions across its operations (Scope 1 and 2) by 2025 and across its supply chain (Scope 3) by 2030. Globally, WPP's emissions for 2024 included approximately 9,629,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1, 6,250,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2, and a significant 91,651,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3, primarily from business travel. The total emissions for Scope 1 and 2 combined were about 15,879,000 kg CO2e. WPP's commitment to sustainability is further reinforced by its Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) validation, which aligns its targets with the necessary reductions to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The company has also pledged to offset residual emissions to reach net zero by 2025, demonstrating a proactive approach to addressing climate change.
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Scope 1 | 2,628,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 149,728,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 116,825,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Wpp is participating in some of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.