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Automatic Data Processing Inc
Automatic Data Processing's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2024, Automatic Data Processing 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).
Automatic Data Processing has also provided a category-level breakdown for 6 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.  | 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. | 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. | 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. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 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. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  b | 0000000 |
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Insights into Automatic Data Processing's Operational Emissions
In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ofAutomatic Data Processing amounted to81,959metric 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 Automatic Data Processingdecreased by 2.22%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.ab
Automatic Data Processing's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Automatic Data Processing's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Automatic Data Processing were 12,703 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).a
Has Automatic Data Processing reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2019, Automatic Data Processing's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 15.95%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.ab
Compared to the previous year(2022), Automatic Data Processing's Scope 1 emissions increased by 6.65%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations.ab
What are Automatic Data Processing's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2024, Automatic Data Processing reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 60,517 tCOâ‚‚e using the market-based method and 69,256 tCOâ‚‚e using the location-based method.a
Has Automatic Data Processing reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Since 2019, Automatic Data Processing's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Location-Based)have decreased by 19.93%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time.ab
Compared to the previous year(2022), Automatic Data Processing's Scope 2 emissions(Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Automatic Data Processing's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.ab
What methodology does Automatic Data Processing use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2024, Automatic Data Processing reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method.a
Automatic Data Processing's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Location-Based
- Total Scope 2 Market-Based
Insights into Automatic Data Processing's Value Chain Emissions
In 2024, Automatic Data Processing reported 240,232 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain.a
The 2024 disclosure of Automatic Data Processing includes a breakdown across 6of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol,up from 0 in 2022, reflecting improved emissions accounting practices and greater transparency across the company's value chaina
Automatic Data Processing's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Automatic Data Processing's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, Automatic Data Processing reported total Scope 3 emissions of 240,232 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).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 Automatic Data Processing reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?
Since 2019, Automatic Data Processing's Scope 3 emissionshave increased by 16.67%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time.ac
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Automatic Data Processing disclose?
In 2024, Automatic Data Processing reported emissions for 6 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.a
This partial disclosure allows for some insight into the company's indirect impacts.
What are the main sources of Automatic Data Processing's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, the largest contributors to Automatic Data Processing's Scope 3 emissions were:a
- Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 98,748 tCOâ‚‚e(41.11%)
- Employee Commuting (Cat. 7): 69,753 tCOâ‚‚e(29.04%)
- Business Travel (Cat. 6): 38,096 tCOâ‚‚e(15.86%)
Automatic Data Processing's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into Automatic Data Processing’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2024, Automatic Data Processing reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 12,703 tCOâ‚‚e and total revenues of USD 18,178 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 0.7 tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD.a
Automatic Data Processing's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does Automatic Data Processing's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2024, Automatic Data Processing reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 0.7 tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 0.31, this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors.a
Where does Automatic Data Processing rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2024, Automatic Data Processing ranked 19 out of 22 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD).a
This places Automatic Data Processing among the least efficient performers, with one of the highest emissions intensities in its sector.a
Insights into Automatic Data Processing's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2024, Automatic Data Processing reported a total carbon footprint of 322,191 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 284.39% increase compared to 2022, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain.ab
The largest contributor to Automatic Data Processing's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 74.56% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 21.5%.a