Deutsche Gesellschaft Fur Internationale Zusammenarbeit
The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) is a leading German development agency headquartered in Bonn, Germany. Founded in 2011, GIZ has evolved from its predecessor organisations to become a key player in international cooperation, focusing on sustainable development and capacity building across various sectors. Operating in over 120 countries, GIZ's core business areas include economic development, environmental protection, and governance. Its unique approach combines technical expertise with local knowledge, ensuring tailored solutions that address specific challenges faced by communities. Recognised for its commitment to sustainable practices, GIZ has achieved significant milestones, including partnerships with numerous governments and organisations worldwide. With a strong market position, GIZ continues to drive impactful change, making it a vital contributor to global development efforts.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Deutsche Gesellschaft Fur Internationale Zusammenarbeit'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.
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Deutsche Gesellschaft Fur Internationale Zusammenarbeit's score of 5 is lower than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Deutsche Gesellschaft Fur Internationale Zusammenarbeit's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 306,003,000 kg CO2e in Germany, comprising 911,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 191,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and the majority, 306,003,000 kg CO2e, from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a continued commitment to addressing climate change through significant reduction targets. GIZ has set ambitious goals to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by 2025, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, the organisation aims to achieve a 10% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions, which include emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, business travel, and employee commuting, over the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to global efforts to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C. GIZ's proactive approach underscores its role as a leader in sustainable development and international cooperation, reflecting its commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and promoting environmental responsibility.
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Deutsche Gesellschaft Fur Internationale Zusammenarbeit is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
