Brookhaven National Laboratory Sustainability Profile

In 2023, Brookhaven National Laboratory reported total carbon emissions of approximately 70.3 million kg CO2e. This figure includes about 1,084,600 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect emissions such as business travel (2,921,000 kg CO2e) and employee commuting (816,300 kg CO2e). The previous year, 2022, saw total emissions of about 69 million kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions at 975,000 kg CO2e. Brookhaven National Laboratory has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. The laboratory operates as a current subsidiary and inherits its emissions data from its corporate family, specifically from Brookhaven National Laboratory itself, with no additional cascading from parent organisations. The laboratory's emissions data reflects its ongoing efforts to monitor and report on its carbon footprint, although it currently lacks detailed Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions data. As part of its commitment to sustainability, Brookhaven National Laboratory continues to engage in practices aimed at reducing its environmental impact, although specific reduction initiatives or targets have not been outlined.