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Carbon Trust, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading player in the Other Services industry, specifically focusing on sustainability and carbon management. Founded in 2001, the organisation has established itself as a trusted advisor in helping businesses and governments reduce their carbon footprints and enhance energy efficiency.
With a strong presence across the UK and various international markets, Carbon Trust offers a range of unique services, including carbon footprinting, energy audits, and sustainability strategy development. Their innovative approach combines expert consultancy with practical solutions, making them a preferred partner for organisations aiming to achieve net-zero targets.
Recognised for their significant contributions to climate action, Carbon Trust has received numerous accolades, solidifying their position as a market leader in sustainability consulting. Their commitment to driving change and fostering a low-carbon economy sets them apart in the industry.
+45 vs industry average
Carbon Trust’s score of 69 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Other Services has typical carbon intensity
The Other Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 37% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
The Carbon Trust, based in the UK, reported approximately 2.58 million kg CO2e in total carbon emissions for 2024. This figure includes about 13,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions and approximately 2.57 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Key Scope 3 categories include purchased goods and services (around 1.94 million kg CO2e), business travel (approximately 345,000 kg CO2e), and employee commuting (about 155,000 kg CO2e). For 2023, the total emissions were higher at approximately 4.49 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at around 41,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 34,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 4.42 million kg CO2e.
The Carbon Trust has committed to ambitious climate goals. They aim for carbon neutrality for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025. The organisation has Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved targets, committing to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2018 base year. Furthermore, The Carbon Trust is committed to reaching net-zero by 2050, which includes a 90% reduction in Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions by 2050 from a 2018 base year. They also commit to measure and reduce their Scope 3 emissions.
2030
50% reduction in Scope 2
The Carbon Trust commits to reduce scope 2 GHG emissions 50% by 2030 from a 2018 base year.
2030
50% reduction in Scope 1
The Carbon Trust commits to reduce scope 1 GHG emissions 50% by 2030 from a 2018 base year.
2050
The Carbon Trust commits to reach net-zero by 2050
The Carbon Trust commits to reach net-zero by 2050.
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