British Standards Institution
The British Standards Institution (BSI), a leading global standards organisation, is headquartered in Great Britain (GB) and operates across various regions, including Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Founded in 1901, BSI has played a pivotal role in developing standards that enhance quality, safety, and efficiency across multiple sectors.
Operating within the "Other services (93)" industry, BSI offers a diverse range of services, including certification, training, and consultancy. Its unique approach to standardisation and compliance helps organisations improve performance and mitigate risks. BSI is renowned for its commitment to innovation and excellence, having achieved numerous accolades for its contributions to standard development.
With a strong market position, BSI continues to lead the way in shaping industry standards, ensuring that businesses can thrive in an increasingly competitive landscape.
+23 vs industry average
British Standards Institution’s score of 48 is higher than 70% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Other Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Other Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 37% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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British Standards Institution's reported carbon emissions
The British Standards Institution (BSI) reported a total of approximately 19.4 million kg CO2e in 2024. This figure encompasses Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were around 766,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) emissions were approximately 242,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalled about 13.98 million kg CO2e. In the same year, BSI achieved a reduction of 14.5% in its Scope 1 and 2 market-based emissions compared to 2023.
In 2023, BSI's total emissions were approximately 16.71 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 834,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) at approximately 345,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 15.53 million kg CO2e.
The organisation has also committed to reducing its Scope 1 emissions by 30% from a 2017 baseline by 2025, and its Scope 2 emissions by 25% from a 2017 baseline by 2025. BSI is also a signatory to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), with a commitment to net-zero emissions by 2050.
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British Standards Institution’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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