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The City of Los Angeles, often referred to simply as LA, is a prominent urban centre located in the United States. Established in 1781, it has evolved into a dynamic hub for various services, primarily within the "Other services" industry (NAICS 93). The city’s headquarters is situated in the heart of downtown Los Angeles, with significant operations extending across its diverse neighbourhoods.
LA is renowned for its unique blend of cultural, recreational, and community services, catering to a vast population. Key offerings include public safety, waste management, and community development, all designed to enhance the quality of life for residents. The city has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in sustainability and urban development, solidifying its position as a leader in innovative municipal services. With a commitment to inclusivity and progress, the City of Los Angeles continues to set benchmarks in urban governance and community engagement.
39
DitchCarbon score
+14 vs industry average
City of Los Angeles’s score of 39 is higher than 65% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Low
Other Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.200
20182025
The Other Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 37% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2025
Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Total reported
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
City of Los Angeles's reported carbon emissions
The City of Los Angeles reported approximately 134,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions for 2022. This figure includes about 118,200 kg CO2e from mobile combustion. Data for Scope 2 and Scope 3 emissions for 2022 was not available.
In 2018, the City of Los Angeles reported total emissions of approximately 80.6 billion kg CO2e. This comprised about 38.9 billion kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions, approximately 36.1 billion kg CO2e in Scope 2 emissions, and about 5.56 billion kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions.
The City of Los Angeles has several climate commitments. It aims to procure only zero-emission buses by 2025 and ensure a major area of the city is zero-emission by 2030, as part of the Fossil Fuel Free Streets Declaration signed in 2017. The city also has long-term goals to reduce statewide GHG emissions by 40% below 1990 levels by 2030, and by 80% below 1990 levels by 2050, in line with California's SB 32 and E.O. S-3-05. Ultimately, the City of Los Angeles has an ambitious goal to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050.
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City of Los Angeles’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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