Arts Council England
Arts Council England, often referred to simply as the Arts Council, is a prominent public body headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1946, it plays a pivotal role in promoting and developing the visual and performing arts across England. With a focus on funding, advocacy, and support, the Arts Council operates in various regions, ensuring that arts and culture are accessible to all. The organisation is renowned for its unique approach to funding, providing grants to artists, museums, and libraries, which fosters creativity and innovation. Notable achievements include its commitment to diversity and inclusion within the arts sector, positioning it as a leader in cultural development. Through its strategic initiatives, Arts Council England continues to enhance the cultural landscape, making significant contributions to the industry while championing artistic excellence.
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Arts Council England's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Arts Council England reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,712,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 46,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 51,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions of around 2,614,000 kg CO2e, with major contributions from purchased goods and services (about 2,066,000 kg CO2e) and employee commuting (approximately 376,000 kg CO2e). In 2023, the organisation's emissions were about 2,715,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 15,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at around 114,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions including business travel at about 88,000 kg CO2e. Arts Council England has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 25% reduction in office energy use and business travel emissions by 2024, compared to a 2019/20 baseline. By 2022/23, they achieved a 32% reduction in office energy use emissions, decreasing from 182 tonnes CO2e to 114 tonnes CO2e. The organisation is also progressing towards a net zero pathway, having completed training in the IEMA Pathway to Net Zero in August 2023 and initiating the development of a carbon reduction plan. These commitments reflect their dedication to addressing climate change and reducing their carbon footprint in the arts sector.
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| 2020 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 182,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 244,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Arts Council England 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.
