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Carbon Trust

Carbon Trust, officially known as the Carbon Trust Limited, is a leading organisation based in Great Britain, dedicated to accelerating the transition to a sustainable, low-carbon economy. Founded in 2001, the Carbon Trust has established itself as a key player in the climate change and sustainability sector, with a focus on providing expert advice and innovative solutions across various industries. Headquartered in London, the Carbon Trust operates extensively in Europe and beyond, offering services that include carbon footprinting, energy efficiency consulting, and renewable energy strategy development. Their unique approach combines technical expertise with practical solutions, helping businesses reduce their carbon emissions and enhance sustainability. Recognised for its significant contributions to climate action, the Carbon Trust has achieved numerous accolades, positioning itself as a trusted partner for organisations seeking to navigate the complexities of carbon management and sustainability.

DitchCarbon Score

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56

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

Carbon Trust's score of 56 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Carbon Trust's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, the Carbon Trust reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,462,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 4,418,000 kg CO2e. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 41,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 34,000 kg CO2e. The following year, 2024, saw a reduction in total emissions to about 2,572,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions at approximately 2,572,000 kg CO2e, Scope 1 emissions at zero, and Scope 2 emissions at about 13,000 kg CO2e. The Carbon Trust has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2025 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, they have committed to a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2018 baseline. Long-term goals include achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, with a target to reduce total emissions (Scopes 1, 2, and 3) by 90% by the same year. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the Carbon Trust's commitment to sustainable practices within the professional services sector in Great Britain.

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20192022
Scope 1
1,365,000
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Scope 2
1,262,000
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Scope 3
1,945,000
00,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Carbon Trust'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 Carbon Trust is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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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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