Aalto University

Aalto University's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Aalto University reported total carbon emissions of approximately 21.6 million kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity, which accounted for about 5.0 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions related to capital goods, totalling approximately 572,000 kg CO2e. The university did not disclose any Scope 1 emissions data for this year. In 2023, Aalto University's total emissions were approximately 42.6 million kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity at about 24.3 million kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions from capital goods at approximately 3.6 million kg CO2e. Aalto University has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, nor does it participate in initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The university's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, indicating that it operates independently in its reporting and climate strategies. Overall, Aalto University is actively monitoring its carbon footprint, but further commitments and reduction strategies may be necessary to align with global climate goals.