Aberdeen Group PLC
Aberdeen Group's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2023, Aberdeen Group completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).
Aberdeen Group has also provided a category-level breakdown for 4 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
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Total Scope 1 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  b | 0000000 |
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Market-Based | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  b | 0000000 |
Location-Based | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  b | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  b | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  b | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  b | 0000000 |
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Insights into Aberdeen Group's Operational Emissions
In 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Aberdeen Group amounted to 2,560 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2). a
Compared to 2022, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Aberdeen Group decreased by 10.11%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a
Aberdeen Group's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Aberdeen Group's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2023, the total Scope 1 emissions of Aberdeen Group were 739 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Has Aberdeen Group reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2018, Aberdeen Group's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 72.29%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a
Compared to the previous year (2022), Aberdeen Group's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 9.55%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a
What are Aberdeen Group's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2023, Aberdeen Group reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 558 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 1,821 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a
Has Aberdeen Group reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Since 2018, Aberdeen Group's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ( Location-Based) have decreased by 74.24%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time. a
Compared to the previous year (2022), Aberdeen Group's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) fell by 10.34% in 2023, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its energy consumption. a
What methodology does Aberdeen Group use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2023, Aberdeen Group reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method. a
Aberdeen Group's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Location-Based
- Total Scope 2 Market-Based
Insights into Aberdeen Group's Value Chain Emissions
In 2023, Aberdeen Group reported 7,359 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain. a
The 2023 disclosure of Aberdeen Group includes a breakdown across 4 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2022, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a
Aberdeen Group's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Aberdeen Group's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, Aberdeen Group reported total Scope 3 emissions of 7,359 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Approximately 100% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a
Has Aberdeen Group reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?
Since 2018, Aberdeen Group's Scope 3 emissions have decreased by 67.27%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a b
Compared to the previous year (2022), Aberdeen Group's Scope 3 emissions decreased by 35.44%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower indirect emissions from its value chain. a b
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Aberdeen Group disclose?
In 2023, Aberdeen Group reported emissions for 4 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a
The limited disclosure restricts visibility into specific emission sources across the company's value chain.
What are the main sources of Aberdeen Group's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, the largest contributors to Aberdeen Group's Scope 3 emissions were: a
- Business Travel (Cat. 6): 6,012 tCO₂e (81.7%)
- Employee Commuting (Cat. 7): 1,205 tCO₂e (16.37%)
- Fuel- and Energy-Related Services (Cat. 3): 135 tCO₂e (1.83%)
Aberdeen Group's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into Aberdeen Group’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2023, Aberdeen Group reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 739 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 1,844 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 0.4 tCO₂e per millions USD. a
Aberdeen Group's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does Aberdeen Group's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2023, Aberdeen Group reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 0.4 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 0.07 , this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. a
Where does Aberdeen Group rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2023, Aberdeen Group ranked 16 out of 18 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a
This places Aberdeen Group among the least efficient performers, with one of the highest emissions intensities in its sector. a
Insights into Aberdeen Group's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2023, Aberdeen Group reported a total carbon footprint of 9,919 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 30.37% decrease compared to 2022, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a b
The largest contributor to Aberdeen Group's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 74.19% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 18.36%. a