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updated 19 days ago

Hks

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HKS, Inc., commonly referred to as HKS, is a prominent architectural and design firm headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1939, HKS has established itself as a leader in the architecture, planning, and design industry, known for its innovative approach and commitment to sustainability. The firm offers a diverse range of services, including architecture, interior design, and urban planning, with a unique focus on creating spaces that enhance the human experience. HKS has garnered numerous accolades for its work, positioning itself as a trusted partner in various sectors, including healthcare, sports, and hospitality. With a rich history of key milestones, HKS continues to shape the built environment through its visionary designs and dedication to excellence.

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31

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

25

Industry Benchmark

Hks's score of 31 is higher than 60% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Hks's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, HKS, Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,856,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 502,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,436,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 7,918,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2018, HKS's total emissions were about 16,812,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 488,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 2,368,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 13,955,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a notable reduction in total emissions over the five-year period. HKS is committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050, a long-term goal that encompasses all scopes of emissions. This commitment reflects the company's dedication to sustainability and aligns with industry standards for climate action. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, indicating that HKS, Inc. independently reports its carbon footprint and climate commitments.

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20182023
Scope 1
488,000
000,000
Scope 2
2,368,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
13,955,000
0,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Hks's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Hks is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Hks is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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