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City of Amsterdam

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The City of Amsterdam, often referred to simply as Amsterdam, is the capital of the Netherlands, with its headquarters located in NL. Established in the 12th century, the city has evolved into a vibrant hub for culture, commerce, and innovation. Renowned for its picturesque canals and rich history, Amsterdam plays a pivotal role in various industries, including tourism, technology, and finance. The city offers a unique blend of core services, from urban planning and public transport to cultural initiatives and sustainability projects. Amsterdam is celebrated for its commitment to green living and smart city solutions, positioning itself as a leader in urban development. With a strong market presence, the city continues to attract global talent and investment, making it a notable player on the international stage.

DitchCarbon Score

How does City of Amsterdam'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.

37

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Public Administration 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

City of Amsterdam's score of 37 is higher than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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City of Amsterdam's reported carbon emissions

As of the latest available data, the City of Amsterdam has not reported specific carbon emissions figures in kg CO2e. However, the city has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Amsterdam aims to achieve a 60% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 compared to 1990 levels, with this target applicable to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Furthermore, the city has long-term goals to reduce emissions by 95% by 2050 across these scopes. In addition to these reduction targets, Amsterdam is committed to becoming natural-gas-free by 2040, which is a crucial step towards achieving its net-zero goal by 2050. These initiatives reflect the city's dedication to climate action and sustainability, positioning it as a leader in urban climate commitments. Overall, while specific emissions data is currently unavailable, Amsterdam's strategic plans underscore its commitment to a sustainable future and significant emissions reductions.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. City of Amsterdam's primary industry is Public administration and defence services; compulsory social security services (75), 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 City of Amsterdam is in NL, 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.

City of Amsterdam 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
Reduction Actions

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