Bath & North East Somerset Council
Bath & North East Somerset Council, often referred to as B&NES Council, is a local authority based in Great Britain, serving the picturesque regions of Bath, Keynsham, and Midsomer Norton. Established in 1996, the council has played a pivotal role in local governance, focusing on community services, environmental sustainability, and economic development. The council's core services include education, housing, and social care, all designed to enhance the quality of life for residents. B&NES Council is recognised for its commitment to preserving the unique heritage of the area while promoting modern infrastructure and community well-being. With a strong emphasis on public engagement and transparency, the council has achieved notable milestones in community development and environmental initiatives, solidifying its position as a leader in local governance.
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How does Bath & North East Somerset Council'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.
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Bath & North East Somerset Council's score of 20 is lower than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Bath & North East Somerset Council's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Bath & North East Somerset Council reported total carbon emissions of approximately 95,308,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 766,876,000 kg CO2e, primarily from stationary combustion, and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 4,891,000 kg CO2e from purchased electricity. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions were significant, totalling around 1,271,578,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2021, the Council's total emissions were about 97,699,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 10,688,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 5,487,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were reported at approximately 81,402,000 kg CO2e. In 2020, the total emissions were higher at about 115,218,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions alone accounting for approximately 101,595,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Bath & North East Somerset Council has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The Council's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that the reported figures are solely from their own operations. The Council continues to focus on addressing climate change through various strategies outlined in their climate action reports.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 101,595,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Bath & North East Somerset Council 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.
