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Striving for Net-Zero by 2040

Climate change is a pressing global challenge that impacts ecosystems, economies, and communities, requiring collaborative action across businesses, governments, and societies. As a leading global professional services firm, Deloitte recognises its vital role in driving the transition to a low-carbon future in collaboration with our people, clients, and the communities we serve. This work starts from within.  


In September 2024, Deloitte had its worldwide target of reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040 validated by the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi). As the SBTi sets the standard for credible corporate climate action, we are proud to have their stamp of approval, recognising that our net-zero target is consistent with the 1.5°C limit on global warming defined in the Paris Agreement. Deloitte’s ambitious target reflects our commitment to sustainable practices and our responsibility to future generations, serving as a cornerstone of our global WorldClimate strategy. 

Highlights

Addressing Climate Change 

Our WorldClimate strategy is derived from our Environment and Energy Policy. The policy outlines Deloitte Denmark’s commitment to tackling the significant environmental and energy impacts of our operations and value chain, addressing climate-related risks and opportunities, and protecting the environment. To support this, we have travel and procurement policies that reflect our climate targets and catalyse sustainable behaviour. Combined, these policies cover our approach to climate adaptation and mitigation, including our commitment to reaching net-zero by reducing emissions from our buildings, travel, and the goods and services we purchase, through educating our people and engaging with our suppliers.  

Moreover, we are committed to helping our clients do the same. By enabling them to accelerate their decarbonisation journeys, we can make an even bigger impact. That is why we continuously strive to be our clients’ preferred sustainability partner. 

Under the SBTi Net-Zero Standard, companies are required to set both near- and long-term targets. Collectively, these two sets of targets constitute our 2040 net-zero target, which is outlined below.  


Under our near-term targets, Deloitte has globally committed to: 

  • Reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 70% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. 
  • Reduce Scope 3 GHG emissions from business travel by 55% per FTE (full-time equivalent employee) by 2030 from a 2019 base year.
  • Engage with our suppliers to have 67% of our suppliers (by emissions) set science-based targets by 2025, covering purchased goods and services, as well as business travel.  

Under our longer-term 2040 targets, we also commit to:  

  • Reduce absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by 90% by 2040 from a 2019 base year, and address the remaining 10% through permanent carbon removals, consistent with the 1.5°C goal of the Paris Agreement. 


We ensure transparency and accountability through regular monitoring and reporting of our progress against our climate targets. We report externally on this progress as part of our annual Impact Report and the Climate-related Financial Disclosure report. For FY25 data, please refer to our greenhouse gas emission statement and related initiatives in the Impact Report. 

In FY24, we achieved ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 certifications for our Energy and Environmental Management System for the first time. In FY25, we are proud to have demonstrated our commitment and continued progress to our external auditors, enabling us to maintain these certifications. By basing our Energy and Environmental Management System on ISO standards, we ensure proactive measures to enhance our environmental impact, comply with relevant legal requirements, and advance towards our sustainability targets. The ISO framework compels us to consider all relevant aspects of our business – from resource usage and waste management to tracking our environmental performance and engaging stakeholders.  

Together, these certifications reflect Deloitte’s dedication to integrating sustainable practices into our operations, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and delivering value to our stakeholders through responsible business conduct. 

Transitioning to Net-Zero 

Achieving net-zero by 2040 entails a fundamental transformation of our organisation and supply chain. This includes how we serve our clients, the goods and services we purchase, the technology we use to conduct our work, and the buildings in which we operate. Achieving this will require active participation from our leaders and employees, as well as cultural change, investments in new solutions, and engagement with suppliers.  

Deloitte has assembled a global Net-Zero Taskforce comprised of sustainability specialists and leaders responsible for our areas of highest emissions. The taskforce is currently developing a net-zero transition plan that details the transformation journey to help us achieve a more sustainable business model. This transition plan builds on our current WorldClimate strategy, which already drives responsible climate choices within our organisation and beyond.  


Managing our carbon footprint

Please explore our Greenhouse Gas Emissions Statement, along with some of the actions we have taken throughout FY25 to progress towards our climate targets, in our Impact Report.

 

As we embrace this complex journey to net zero, we strive to demonstrate leadership in climate change mitigation and adaptation. We are also guided by the principles of a just climate transition as we engage with our people and wider affected stakeholders to shape transition policies and take measurable action together. 

Together makes progress.

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