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Australian Red Cross Society Sustainability Profile

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The Australian Red Cross Society, commonly known as Red Cross Australia, is a leading humanitarian organisation headquartered in Canberra, Australia. Founded in 1914, it has played a pivotal role in providing emergency assistance, disaster relief, and education across the nation and in the Asia-Pacific region. Operating within the humanitarian sector, Red Cross Australia focuses on key areas such as disaster response, health services, and community support. Its unique approach combines local knowledge with international expertise, ensuring effective and timely aid delivery. With a strong market position, the organisation has achieved notable milestones, including its response to major natural disasters and ongoing support for vulnerable communities. Red Cross Australia continues to be a trusted name in humanitarian efforts, dedicated to alleviating human suffering and promoting social inclusion.

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How does Australian Red Cross Society'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.

17

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Membership 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

Australian Red Cross Society's score of 17 is lower than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Australian Red Cross Society's reported carbon emissions

The Australian Red Cross Society has not reported any specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as indicated by the absence of figures in kg CO2e. However, the organisation has set ambitious long-term climate commitments aimed at achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. This commitment encompasses both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, reflecting their intention to reduce net carbon emissions in alignment with the UN Paris Agreement on climate change. The targets were established in 2023, with a focus on progressively decreasing emissions over time. While specific reduction percentages have not been disclosed, the overarching goal is to contribute positively to global climate efforts. The Australian Red Cross Society's initiatives demonstrate a proactive approach to climate action, although detailed emissions data and specific reduction achievements are currently unavailable.

How Carbon Intensive is Australian Red Cross Society's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Australian Red Cross Society's primary industry is Membership organisation services n.e.c. (91), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Australian Red Cross Society's Location?

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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 Australian Red Cross Society is in AU, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Australian Red Cross Society's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Australian Red Cross Society has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

Compare Australian Red Cross Society's Emissions with Industry Peers

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United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)

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Updated about 1 month ago

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