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David L. Lawrence Convention Center

The David L. Lawrence Convention Center, located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a premier venue in the United States for hosting a diverse range of events, from conventions to trade shows. Established in 2003, this state-of-the-art facility is renowned for its innovative design and eco-friendly features, making it a leader in the convention industry. As a key player in the events and hospitality sector, the convention centre offers unique services, including flexible meeting spaces and advanced technological capabilities. Its strategic location in the heart of Pittsburgh enhances its appeal, attracting both national and international clientele. Notable achievements include being the first convention centre in the world to receive LEED certification, underscoring its commitment to sustainability. With a reputation for excellence, the David L. Lawrence Convention Center continues to set the standard for event hosting in the region.

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How does David L. Lawrence Convention Center's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

28

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

25

Industry Benchmark

David L. Lawrence Convention Center's score of 28 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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David L. Lawrence Convention Center's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, the David L. Lawrence Convention Center (DLCC) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 23,200,000 kg CO2e, comprising 15,400,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 8,212,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marked a significant increase from 2021, when emissions were recorded at 6,881,000 kg CO2e, reflecting a 55.3% reduction from a 2004 baseline. The DLCC has made substantial strides in reducing its carbon footprint, achieving a 55.3% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from 2004 to 2021. This commitment to sustainability is guided by the GHG Protocol methodology, which the DLCC employs to calculate its annual greenhouse gas emissions resulting from building energy consumption. While there is no data available for Scope 3 emissions, the DLCC's focus on reducing its direct and indirect emissions demonstrates a proactive approach to climate commitments. The centre continues to prioritise sustainability initiatives, aiming for further reductions in the coming years.

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Scope 1
54,000
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Scope 2
12,652,000
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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. David L. Lawrence Convention Center's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 David L. Lawrence Convention Center is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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David L. Lawrence Convention Center 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
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