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British Red Cross Sustainability Profile

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The British Red Cross, a prominent humanitarian organisation headquartered in Great Britain, has been a cornerstone of emergency response and community support since its founding in 1870. Operating across the UK and internationally, it plays a vital role in disaster relief, first aid training, and health and social care services. With a commitment to alleviating human suffering, the British Red Cross offers unique services such as emergency response teams and refugee support, distinguishing itself through its extensive volunteer network and local community engagement. Recognised for its impactful contributions, the organisation has achieved significant milestones, including its response to major crises and ongoing support during the COVID-19 pandemic. As a leader in the humanitarian sector, the British Red Cross continues to uphold its mission of helping those in need, making a lasting difference in countless lives.

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26

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Membership 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.

27

Industry Benchmark

British Red Cross's score of 26 is lower than 50% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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British Red Cross's reported carbon emissions

In 2019, the British Red Cross reported zero carbon emissions from energy use, indicating a commitment to sustainability. The organisation has not disclosed specific emissions data across Scope 1, 2, or 3, nor has it set formal reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This lack of detailed emissions reporting suggests that the British Red Cross is in the early stages of formalising its climate commitments. While no specific reduction targets or achievements have been documented, the British Red Cross is actively working towards enhancing its environmental policies, as outlined on their official website. The absence of cascaded emissions data from a parent organisation indicates that the British Red Cross is independently managing its climate impact. Overall, the British Red Cross is positioned to further develop its climate strategy and emissions reporting in the future.

How Carbon Intensive is British Red Cross's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. British Red Cross's primary industry is Membership Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is British Red Cross's Location?

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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 British Red Cross is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

British Red Cross's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

British Red Cross has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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