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Business Roundtable

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Business Roundtable, headquartered in the United States, is a prominent association of chief executive officers from leading U.S. companies. Founded in 1972, it has played a pivotal role in shaping public policy and promoting a thriving economy through its advocacy for sound business practices and corporate responsibility. Operating primarily in the business advocacy sector, Business Roundtable focuses on key areas such as economic growth, workforce development, and sustainable practices. Its unique position allows it to influence legislation and foster collaboration among diverse industries, making it a vital player in the American business landscape. With a commitment to advancing the interests of its members, Business Roundtable has achieved notable milestones, including the establishment of the "Statement on the Purpose of a Corporation," which redefines the role of business in society. This initiative underscores its leadership in promoting stakeholder capitalism and responsible governance.

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How does Business Roundtable'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.

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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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Business Roundtable's score of 28 is higher than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Business Roundtable's reported carbon emissions

Business Roundtable, headquartered in the US, has made significant strides in its carbon emissions reduction initiatives. Although specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, the organisation has set ambitious targets and achieved notable reductions in previous years. From 2000 to 2020, Business Roundtable successfully cut its carbon dioxide emissions by 44% across both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This achievement reflects a commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. Additionally, the organisation has established a greenhouse gas reduction initiative aimed at a 20% reduction by 2014, compared to a 2008 baseline, for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. In terms of carbon intensity, Business Roundtable reported a reduction of over 10% in its Scope 3 emissions from 2011 to 2016, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to tackling emissions across its value chain. These initiatives underscore Business Roundtable's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint, aligning with industry standards and best practices in sustainability.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Business Roundtable's primary industry is Other services (93), 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 Business Roundtable is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Business Roundtable 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
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