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City of Amsterdam Sustainability Profile

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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.

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39

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 39 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

In 2023, the City of Amsterdam reported total carbon emissions of approximately 8,800,000 kg CO2e, encompassing Scope 1 and 2 emissions. This figure reflects the city's ongoing commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. The city has set ambitious targets, aiming for a 55% reduction in CO2 emissions by 2030 compared to 1990 levels, with a long-term goal of achieving a 95% reduction by 2050. Additionally, Amsterdam plans to eliminate natural gas usage by 2040, further contributing to its climate neutrality objectives. In 2022, the city recorded Scope 1 emissions of about 21,000 kg CO2e and significant Scope 3 emissions of approximately 464,300,000 kg CO2e, indicating a broader impact beyond direct operations. The city's climate strategy is designed to make Amsterdam climate-neutral by 2050, with interim targets to ensure progress is made towards these goals. The emissions data is sourced directly from the City of Amsterdam, with no cascaded data from parent organizations. The city's climate commitments are aligned with industry standards and reflect a proactive approach to addressing climate change.

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20192020202120222023
Scope 1
51,500,000
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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000,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is City of Amsterdam's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. City of Amsterdam's primary industry is Public Administration, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is City of Amsterdam'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 City of Amsterdam is in NL, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

City of Amsterdam'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.

City of Amsterdam 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
Reduction Actions

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