AECOM
AECOM's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2024, AECOM 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).
AECOM has also provided a category-level breakdown for 3 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
| Metric (tCO2e) | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 - 2017 |
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Total Scope 1 | 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.  d | 0000000 |
Total Scope 2 | ||||
Unspecified Calculation Method | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 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.  c | 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.  b | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  d | 0000000 |
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Insights into AECOM's Operational Emissions
In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of AECOM amounted to 51,998 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 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of AECOM decreased by 3.45%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a b
AECOM's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are AECOM's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of AECOM were 29,072 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Has AECOM reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2018, AECOM's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 16.24%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a
Compared to the previous year (2023), AECOM's Scope 1 emissions increased by 22.43%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations. a b
What are AECOM's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2024, AECOM reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 22,926 tCO₂e without specifying the calculation method. a
Has AECOM reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Since 2018, AECOM's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ( Unspecified Calculation Method) have decreased by 51.53%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time. a
What methodology does AECOM use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2024, AECOM reported its Scope 2 emissions using an unspecified methodology. a
AECOM's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Location-Based
- Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)
Insights into AECOM's Value Chain Emissions
In 2024, AECOM reported 1,743,218 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 2024 disclosure of AECOM includes a breakdown across 3 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, up from 1 in 2023, reflecting improved emissions accounting practices and greater transparency across the company's value chain a
AECOM's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are AECOM's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, AECOM reported total Scope 3 emissions of 1,743,218 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 AECOM reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?
Since 2018, AECOM's Scope 3 emissions have decreased by 20.23%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a
Compared to the previous year (2023), AECOM's Scope 3 emissions decreased by 23.22%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower indirect emissions from its value chain. a b
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does AECOM disclose?
In 2024, AECOM reported emissions for 3 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 AECOM's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, the largest contributors to AECOM's Scope 3 emissions were: a
- Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 1,655,081 tCO₂e (94.94%)
- Business Travel (Cat. 6): 51,466 tCO₂e (2.95%)
- Capital Goods (Cat. 2): 36,671 tCO₂e (2.1%)
AECOM's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into AECOM’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2024, AECOM reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 29,072 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 16,105 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 1.81 tCO₂e per millions USD. a
AECOM's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does AECOM's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2024, AECOM reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 1.81 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 7.32 , this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors. a
Where does AECOM rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2024, AECOM ranked 6 out of 25 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a
AECOM is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency. a
Insights into AECOM's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2024, AECOM reported a total carbon footprint of 1,795,216 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 22.76% decrease compared to 2023, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a b
The largest contributor to AECOM's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 97.1% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 1.62%. a