City of Porto
City of Porto, officially known as UP - Universidade do Porto, is a prominent educational institution headquartered in Porto, Portugal (PT). Founded in 1911, it has established itself as a leader in higher education, research, and innovation, serving a diverse student body across various disciplines. The university operates primarily in the northern region of Portugal, with a strong emphasis on science, technology, and the arts. UP offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, distinguished by its commitment to academic excellence and research-driven learning. Its unique approach combines traditional education with modern methodologies, fostering a vibrant academic community. Recognised for its significant contributions to research and development, UP consistently ranks among the top universities in Europe, making it a key player in the global education landscape.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
City of Porto's score of 18 is lower than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
City of Porto's reported carbon emissions
In 2019, the City of Porto reported total carbon emissions of approximately 937,010,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 394,859,000 kg CO2e, primarily from mobile combustion sources, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 310,717,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 231,433,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from waste generated in operations at about 51,477,000 kg CO2e. Currently, there are no specified reduction targets or climate pledges documented for the City of Porto. However, the city is actively engaged in climate initiatives aimed at reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing sustainability. The absence of formal reduction commitments suggests a potential area for future development in their climate strategy.
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Add to project| 2019 | |
|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 394,859,000 |
| Scope 2 | 310,717,000 |
| Scope 3 | 231,433,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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City of Porto is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
