BCSD
BCSD, or the Business Council for Sustainable Development, is a prominent organisation headquartered in Portugal (PT). Founded in 1997, BCSD has established itself as a leader in promoting sustainable business practices across various sectors, including energy, waste management, and sustainable development. With a strong presence in Europe and beyond, BCSD focuses on fostering collaboration among businesses to drive innovation and sustainability. Its core services include strategic consulting, capacity building, and advocacy, all aimed at integrating sustainability into business models. Recognised for its commitment to environmental stewardship, BCSD has achieved significant milestones, including partnerships with key industry players and contributions to national sustainability policies. This positions BCSD as a vital player in the transition towards a more sustainable economy.
DitchCarbon Score
How does BCSD'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
BCSD's score of 15 is higher than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
BCSD's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, BCSD reported total carbon emissions of approximately 97,700 kg CO2e, comprising 9,700 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 18,800 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 27,800 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions included about 17,400 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services. In 2022, emissions were recorded at approximately 95,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 9,300 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 9,500 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 18,800 kg CO2e, primarily driven by purchased goods and services. The 2021 data indicated total emissions of about 12,860 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,270 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 1,140 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 11,450 kg CO2e, highlighting significant contributions from various categories, including purchased goods and services. Despite these figures, BCSD has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of defined reduction strategies suggests a need for further commitment to climate action within the industry context.
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Add to project| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,270 | 0,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,140 | 0,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 11,450 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
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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.
BCSD is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
