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updated 6 months ago

Charities Aid Foundation Sustainability Profile

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Charities Aid Foundation (CAF), headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading charity support organisation dedicated to enhancing the impact of charitable giving. Founded in 1924, CAF has established itself as a pivotal player in the charity sector, providing innovative financial services and solutions that empower donors and charities alike. With a focus on philanthropy, CAF offers a range of products, including donor-advised funds, payroll giving, and charity accounts, all designed to simplify the giving process and maximise charitable impact. Its unique approach combines financial expertise with a deep understanding of the charitable landscape, positioning CAF as a trusted partner for individuals and organisations looking to make a difference. Recognised for its commitment to transparency and efficiency, CAF continues to play a significant role in the UK and beyond, helping to facilitate millions in charitable donations each year.

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26

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Membership 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.

27

Industry Benchmark

Charities Aid Foundation's score of 26 is lower 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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Charities Aid Foundation's reported carbon emissions

The Charities Aid Foundation (CAF), headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not report any specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures in kg CO2e. Additionally, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges associated with the organisation. As a result, CAF's climate commitments and initiatives remain unspecified, and there is no inherited emissions data from a parent or related organisation. Without concrete emissions data or reduction initiatives, it is challenging to assess their environmental impact or commitment to sustainability.

How Carbon Intensive is Charities Aid Foundation's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Charities Aid Foundation's primary industry is Membership Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Charities Aid Foundation's Location?

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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 Charities Aid Foundation is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Charities Aid Foundation's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Charities Aid Foundation has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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