Barnardo's
Barnardo's, officially known as Barnardo's Children's Charity, is a leading UK-based organisation headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1866, it has a rich history of supporting vulnerable children and families across the nation, with a strong operational presence in England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. As a prominent player in the charity sector, Barnardo's focuses on various critical areas, including child protection, mental health support, and fostering services. Its unique approach combines direct services with advocacy, ensuring that children's voices are heard and their needs met. Notable achievements include the establishment of numerous community projects and partnerships that enhance the lives of thousands of children each year. With a commitment to social justice, Barnardo's continues to be a trusted name in child welfare, making a significant impact in the lives of those it serves.
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Barnardo's's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Barnardo's reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,550,190 kg CO2e, a decrease from about 6,158,800 kg CO2e in 2023 and about 5,384,000 kg CO2e in 2022. These figures represent their Scope 1 and 2 emissions, indicating direct and indirect emissions from energy use. Despite these reductions, Barnardo's has not set specific science-based targets for emissions reduction, nor do they have any documented climate pledges or initiatives under frameworks like SBTi. The organisation's emissions data is not cascaded from a parent company, indicating that these figures are independently reported. Barnardo's continues to focus on reducing its carbon footprint, but further commitments and detailed strategies for Scope 3 emissions remain unspecified. The organisation's annual reports provide insights into their emissions and sustainability efforts, reflecting their ongoing commitment to addressing climate change.
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