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Heavy Fuel Oil
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Aarhus Universitet

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Aarhus Universitet, commonly known as AU, is a prestigious institution located in Aarhus, Denmark (DK). Founded in 1928, it has established itself as a leading player in the higher education sector, offering a diverse range of programmes across various disciplines, including humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and health. With a strong emphasis on research and innovation, Aarhus Universitet is renowned for its interdisciplinary approach and commitment to sustainability. The university serves a significant student population, attracting both domestic and international scholars, and is recognised for its high academic standards and impactful research contributions. Notable achievements include its consistent ranking among the top universities globally, reflecting its market position as a hub for academic excellence and a catalyst for societal development. Aarhus Universitet continues to shape the future through its core services in education, research, and community engagement.

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How does Aarhus Universitet's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

8

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Heavy Fuel Oil 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.

5

Industry Benchmark

Aarhus Universitet's score of 8 is higher than 53% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Aarhus Universitet's reported carbon emissions

Aarhus Universitet, located in Denmark (DK), is committed to achieving climate neutrality by 2040. As part of its long-term climate strategy, the university aims to address all scopes of emissions, although specific emissions data for Scope 1, 2, and 3 are not disclosed. The most recent emissions data available is from 2021, but no absolute emissions figures are provided for that year or previous years. The university's climate commitment includes a focus on reducing its carbon footprint and implementing sustainable practices across its operations. Aarhus Universitet is actively working towards its goal of becoming climate neutral, reflecting a significant commitment to environmental sustainability. While specific reduction targets or achievements in terms of absolute emissions are not detailed, the overarching goal of climate neutrality by 2040 indicates a proactive approach to addressing climate change. The university's initiatives are aligned with industry standards for climate action, demonstrating its dedication to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting sustainability within the academic community.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Aarhus Universitet's primary industry is Heavy Fuel Oil, which is very high 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 Aarhus Universitet is in DK, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Aarhus Universitet 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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