- 26% increase in absolute emissions in FY23 compared to FY22 due to a return to pre-pandemic operations.
- Scope 3 emissions increased by 13% YoY in FY23.
- Maintaining market share in rapidly expanding markets.
- Addressing multiple skills requirements of clients.
- Changing candidate and client preferences regarding environmental concerns.
- Operating within high-carbon industries.
- Exposure to changing government policies impacting large projects.
- Increased carbon emissions due to rising global temperatures.
- Impact of extreme weather on operational performance.
SThree plc
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, SThree plc disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 22.1K tCO2e (market based) in FY23. By scope: Scope 1: 620 tCO2e in FY23; Scope 2: 320 tCO2e in FY23; Scope 3: 20.7K tCO2e in FY23. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
22.1K tCO2e (market based) in FY23
2023
Renewable Energy
28% in FY19, target 100% by FY30
of total energy
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 620 tCO2e in FY23 |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 320 tCO2e in FY23 |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 20.7K tCO2e in FY23 |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 22.1K tCO2e (market based) in FY23 |
| 2018-12 to 2019-11 | 3.8K tCO2e (market based) 3950 tCO2e (location based) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- 142% growth in clean energy business net fees since FY19.
- 31% increase in scope 1 and 2 emissions and 12% reduction in scope 3 emissions in FY23 from FY19.
- 8% reduction in carbon emissions since FY19.
- 970 placements in clean energy roles in FY23.
- 28% YoY growth in our clean energy business in FY23.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Double the size of our clean energy business by FY24 (from FY19 baseline).
- Reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 77% by FY30 from a FY19 base year.
- Increase annual sourcing to 100% of electricity from renewables by FY30 from 28% in FY19.
- Reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions by 50% by FY30 from a FY19 base year.
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero GHG emissions across the value chain by FY50 (90% reduction in absolute scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by FY50 from a FY19 base year).
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeDiversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I)Employee EngagementData and Cyber SecurityHealth, Safety, and Environment (HSE)