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Public Administration
GB
updated 3 days ago

Dartford Council

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Dartford Council, officially known as Dartford Borough Council, is a local authority based in Dartford, Kent, GB. Established in the mid-20th century, the council has played a pivotal role in the governance and development of the Dartford area, focusing on community services, urban planning, and environmental sustainability. The council's headquarters is strategically located in Dartford, serving a diverse population across the borough. Key services include waste management, housing, and community safety, all designed to enhance the quality of life for residents. Dartford Council is recognised for its commitment to innovation and community engagement, making it a leader in local governance. With a strong emphasis on sustainable development and public welfare, Dartford Council continues to achieve notable milestones, positioning itself as a vital contributor to the region's growth and well-being.

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51

Industry Average

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25

Industry Benchmark

Dartford Council's score of 51 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Dartford Council's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Dartford Council reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,203,000 kg CO2e, a decrease from about 1,687,000 kg CO2e in 2023. The emissions breakdown for 2024 includes 872,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 312,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 44,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This marks a significant reduction in total emissions compared to previous years, including 1,431,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and 1,542,000 kg CO2e in 2021. Dartford Council has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2041. This long-term target encompasses all scopes of emissions. Additionally, the Council previously participated in the Carbon Trust Local Authority Carbon Management Programme, successfully meeting a target of a 35% reduction in CO2 emissions by 2012 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. The Council's proactive measures and clear reduction targets reflect its commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint effectively.

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Scope 2
1,261,000
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Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Dartford Council's primary industry is Public administration and defence services; compulsory social security services (75), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Dartford Council is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Dartford Council is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.

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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