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Education Services
GB
updated 6 months ago

Aston University

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Aston University, a prominent institution in higher education, is headquartered in Birmingham, GB. Established in 1895, it has evolved into a leading university known for its strong emphasis on employability and practical learning. The university operates primarily in the West Midlands but attracts students from across the globe. Specialising in business, engineering, health sciences, and social sciences, Aston University offers a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Its unique approach combines academic rigor with real-world experience, setting it apart in the competitive education sector. Aston University is recognised for its strong research output and partnerships with industry, contributing to its esteemed market position. With a commitment to innovation and student success, it continues to achieve notable milestones in education and research excellence.

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How does Aston University'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.

23

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

Aston University's score of 23 is lower than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Aston University's reported carbon emissions

In 2021, Aston University reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7,012,000 kg CO2e. This figure encompasses all emissions but does not specify the breakdown into Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions. Currently, there are no disclosed reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a lack of formal commitments to reduce emissions or engage in initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Aston University has not inherited emissions data from any parent organization, and there are no cascading targets or initiatives from related entities. The university's carbon management strategies and future commitments remain unspecified, highlighting an opportunity for enhanced climate action and transparency in their sustainability efforts.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Aston University'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 Aston University is in GB, 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.

Aston University 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
Reduction Actions

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