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Boston University

Boston University (BU), a prestigious private research university, is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. Founded in 1839, BU has evolved into a leading institution in higher education, renowned for its diverse academic offerings and commitment to research excellence. The university operates primarily in the New England region, with a global reach through various international programmes. BU is distinguished by its comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate programmes across multiple disciplines, including business, law, medicine, and the arts. Its unique blend of rigorous academics and vibrant campus life positions it as a top choice for students worldwide. Notable achievements include its significant contributions to research and innovation, consistently ranking among the top universities in the United States. With a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration, Boston University continues to shape the future of education and research.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Boston University'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.

23

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Education 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

Boston University's score of 23 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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Boston University's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Boston University reported total carbon emissions of approximately 57,600,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2 sources, alongside 1,500,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions related to waste generated in operations. This marks a significant reduction from 2020, when the university's Scope 1 and 2 emissions were about 99,155,000 kg CO2e. Historically, in 2006, Boston University's total emissions were approximately 165,400,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2, with an additional 5,100,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This indicates a notable downward trend in emissions over the years, reflecting the university's commitment to sustainability and climate action. Despite the reductions, there are currently no specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed by Boston University, such as Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) commitments or documented reduction strategies. The university continues to focus on its climate commitments, aiming to enhance its sustainability practices and reduce its overall carbon footprint.

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Scope 3
5,100,000
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0,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Boston University's primary industry is Education services (80), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Boston University is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Boston University 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.

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

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