City Of Edinburgh Council

City Of Edinburgh Council's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, the City of Edinburgh Council reported total carbon emissions of approximately 62.2 million kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, particularly in business travel, which accounted for about 1,019,000 kg CO2e. This follows a slight increase from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 61.1 million kg CO2e, again primarily driven by Scope 3 emissions. The Council has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions by 2030. This target is outlined in the Council Emissions Reduction Plan, approved in November 2021, which details strategic actions contingent on securing appropriate funding. Additionally, the Council has established a city-wide net zero target, aiming for a 14% reduction in emissions from a baseline of 2,427,000 tCO2e by 2030/31. Historically, the Council's emissions have fluctuated, with a peak of approximately 120.9 million kg CO2e in 2019. The Council's long-term strategy includes a corporate net zero target, aiming for a 68% reduction in emissions from a 2005/06 baseline of 192,911 tCO2e by 2030/31. Overall, the City of Edinburgh Council is actively working towards significant emissions reductions, with a clear framework and targets in place to guide its climate action efforts.