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The City of Seattle, Washington, serves as a pivotal hub for public administration and defence services, alongside compulsory social security services. Established in the 19th century, Seattle has evolved into a modern metropolis, with its headquarters located in the heart of the city. The local government focuses on delivering essential services that enhance the quality of life for its residents, including public safety, infrastructure development, and social welfare programmes.
Seattle's commitment to innovation and sustainability has positioned it as a leader in urban governance. Notable achievements include the implementation of progressive social policies and a robust public transportation system. With a strong emphasis on community engagement and transparency, the City of Seattle continues to set benchmarks in public service excellence, making it a model for other urban centres across the United States.
23
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-6 vs industry average
City of Seattle, Washington’s score of 23 is lower than 36% 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
Very Low
Public Administration is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.166
20182025
The Public Administration industry has reduced its overall emissions by 30% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2025
Reported emissions
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City of Seattle, Washington's reported carbon emissions
The City of Seattle, Washington, a US-based public administration and defence services entity, reported its 2022 carbon emissions, disclosing Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 data.
In 2022, the City of Seattle's Scope 1 emissions, primarily from mobile combustion, process emissions, and fugitive emissions, totalled approximately 630,000,000 kg CO2e. Scope 2 emissions, stemming from purchased steam and electricity, amounted to approximately 120,000,000 kg CO2e. For Scope 3, emissions from purchased goods and services, alongside waste generated in operations, resulted in approximately 76,700,000 kg CO2e.
No specific reduction targets or achievements were provided.
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City of Seattle, Washington’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Climate initiatives
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