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Defra - Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs
Business ServicesUnited Kingdom
Last verified 25 days agodefra.gov.uk
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) is a pivotal government body headquartered in Great Britain. Established to oversee the UK's environmental, food, and rural affairs, Defra operates across various regions, focusing on sustainable development and agricultural policies. Founded in 2001, it has since played a crucial role in shaping environmental legislation and food security strategies.
Defra's core services include environmental protection, agricultural support, and rural development, distinguished by its commitment to sustainability and innovation. The department has achieved notable milestones, such as implementing the 25 Year Environment Plan, which aims to enhance biodiversity and combat climate change. As a leader in the public sector, Defra continues to influence policies that promote a greener, more resilient future for the UK.
29
DitchCarbon score
-7 vs industry average
Defra - Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs’s score of 29 is lower than 46% 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
Business Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.146
20182025
The Business Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 25% since 2018
Reported emissions
Scope 1
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 2
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 3
•••kg CO₂e
Total reported
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Defra - Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs's reported carbon emissions
Defra - Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs has not disclosed its direct (Scope 1 and 2) or indirect (Scope 3) carbon emissions data.
The organisation has articulated climate commitments, with reduction targets for Scope 1 and 2 emissions. These targets include an absolute reduction of 46% by 2030, using a 2015 baseline. Additionally, Defra aims for a 46% intensity reduction of Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, from 0.075 tCO2e/m2 GIA in 2015 to 0.040 tCO2e/m2 GIA. A long-term intensity target aims for an 85% reduction of Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050, from 0.075 tCO2e/m2 GIA in 2015 to 0.011 tCO2e/m2 GIA.
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Defra - Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs’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
No scope 3 category breakdown has been disclosed yet.
Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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