Defra - Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs
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.
-9 vs industry average
Defra - Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs’s score of 24 is lower than 42% 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
Business Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Business Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 25% since 2018
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Defra - Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs's reported carbon emissions
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra), based in GB within the "Other business services (74)" industry, has reported some emissions data. In 2019, their total emissions were approximately 61,128,000 kg CO2e. Prior to this, in 2018, their total emissions were approximately 69,707,000 kg CO2e, and in 2017, approximately 74,970,000 kg CO2e. In 2016, their total emissions were approximately 82,814,000 kg CO2e, and in 2015, approximately 119,108,000 kg CO2e.
Defra has also reported on various environmental indicators related to their departmental operations and policy areas. For instance, in 2023, they reported that 88,272 properties were better protected from flooding in England, and 92.6% of flood and coastal risk management assets were at or above target condition. The value of UK food, feed and drink exported in 2023 was also reported, though the specific unit is not greenhouse gas emissions. In 2022, emissions of sulphur dioxide were 98,000 tonnes. In 2020, Land Use, Land-Use Change and Forestry (LULUCF) and agriculture greenhouse gas emissions were approximately 47,900,000 tonnes.
While specific absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions for recent years are not available in the provided data, Defra's reporting typically covers a range of environmental metrics and policy outcomes. The provided data does not indicate any cascaded emissions data from a parent organisation.
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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
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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