Birmingham City Council, the governing body for the city of Birmingham, GB, plays a pivotal role in public administration and defence services, as well as compulsory social security services. Established in the 19th century, the council has evolved significantly, adapting to the needs of its diverse community while maintaining a commitment to public service.
Headquartered in Birmingham, the council oversees a range of essential services, including education, housing, and social care, aimed at enhancing the quality of life for its residents. Notable achievements include initiatives in urban regeneration and community engagement, positioning Birmingham City Council as a leader in local governance. With a focus on transparency and innovation, the council continues to address the challenges of a growing urban population, ensuring that Birmingham remains a vibrant and inclusive city.
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Industry Intensity
Public Administration has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Public Administration industry has reduced its overall emissions by 2% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Birmingham City Council's reported carbon emissions
Birmingham City Council reported approximately 40,000,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 and 2 emissions for 2023. In 2022, their total emissions were approximately 417,772,000 kg CO2e. For 2021, Birmingham City Council reported total emissions of approximately 280,504,000 kg CO2e, broken down as Scope 1 emissions of approximately 44,184,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 4,709,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 231,611,000 kg CO2e. Birmingham City Council has set ambitious climate commitments. Their Sustainable Community Strategy aims for a 60% reduction in emissions by 2026, targeting both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Further targets include achieving net zero emissions by 2025 for Scope 1 and 2, and working towards net zero across all scopes by 2050. The council is also undertaking initiatives such as securing £24.8 million in Social Housing Decarbonisation Funding to improve the energy efficiency of 2,076 council homes, aiming for a 37% reduction by 2025. A specific milestone is an 18% carbon reduction for Scopes 1 and 2 by 2027, against a 2020/21 baseline.
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Birmingham City Council’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
7 goals2050
In June 2019, the act was amended so that the UK has now set…
In June 2019, the act was amended so that the UK has now set a net zero emissions target by 2050.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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