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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 industries, including construction, manufacturing, and information technology. BSI offers a comprehensive range of services, including certification, training, and consultancy, which are distinguished by their commitment to innovation and excellence. As a pioneer in the field of standardisation, BSI has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a trusted authority in the industry. With a rich history of over a century, BSI continues to lead the way in shaping best practices and driving organisational improvement worldwide.

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How does British Standards Institution'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.

62

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

British Standards Institution's score of 62 is higher than 98% 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 Standards Institution's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, the British Standards Institution (BSI) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,950,000 kg CO2e in Great Britain, with Scope 1 emissions at about 557,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 527,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching around 866,000 kg CO2e. This marked a significant reduction from 2022, where total emissions were about 1,686,000 kg CO2e. BSI has set ambitious climate commitments, including a near-term target to reduce Scope 1 and 2 market-based emissions by 14.5% from 2023 to 2024. Additionally, BSI is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, aligning with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). In 2024, BSI aims to further reduce its emissions, building on its previous achievements. The institution's proactive approach to climate action reflects its commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices within the professional services sector.

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Scope 1
640,000
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Scope 2
391,000
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Scope 3
6,144,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. British Standards Institution's primary industry is Other services (93), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Standards Institution is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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British Standards Institution 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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