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updated 2 months ago

American Public University System, Inc.

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American Public University System, Inc. (APUS), headquartered in the United States, is a prominent institution in the online higher education sector. Founded in 1991, APUS has established itself as a leader in providing accessible and affordable education, particularly for military personnel and working adults. The university offers a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate degree programmes, with a focus on fields such as business, education, and public service. APUS is distinguished by its commitment to student success and innovative online learning methodologies, making it a preferred choice for many. With a strong emphasis on flexibility and quality, APUS has garnered recognition for its robust academic offerings and supportive learning environment, positioning itself as a key player in the online education landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

How does American Public University System, Inc.'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.

26

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Education 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.

24

Industry Benchmark

American Public University System, Inc.'s score of 26 is higher than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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American Public University System, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

American Public University System, Inc. currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year, as indicated by the absence of reported figures. The organisation is a current subsidiary of American Public Education, Inc., which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. Despite the lack of direct emissions data, American Public University System, Inc. is part of a broader corporate family that may have established climate initiatives. However, there are no documented reduction targets or commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges at this time. As a current subsidiary, the organisation's climate strategy may align with the initiatives of its parent company, American Public Education, Inc., which could include participation in the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) at a cascade level of 1. This suggests that while specific emissions data and reduction targets are not available for American Public University System, Inc., it is positioned within a corporate structure that may be engaged in broader sustainability efforts. In summary, American Public University System, Inc. has not reported specific carbon emissions or reduction targets, and its climate commitments may be influenced by its relationship with American Public Education, Inc. Further details on their sustainability initiatives would be necessary to provide a comprehensive overview of their climate impact.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. American Public University System, Inc.'s primary industry is Education services (80), 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 American Public University System, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

American Public University System, Inc. 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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