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updated 25 days ago

Economic And Social Research Council

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The Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading agency dedicated to advancing social science research. Founded in 1965, the ESRC plays a pivotal role in funding and supporting research that addresses critical societal challenges, enhancing understanding of economic and social dynamics across the UK and beyond. Operating primarily in the social sciences sector, the ESRC focuses on areas such as economics, sociology, and political science. Its unique offerings include grants for innovative research projects and collaborative initiatives that foster interdisciplinary approaches. The council has achieved notable recognition for its contributions to policy development and public understanding of social issues, solidifying its position as a key player in the research landscape.

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23

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Research 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.

24

Industry Benchmark

Economic And Social Research Council's score of 23 is lower than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Economic And Social Research Council's reported carbon emissions

In 2020, the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 18,000 kg CO2e. This figure represents the organisation's overall emissions, but specific details regarding Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions were not disclosed. Currently, ESRC does not have any publicly stated reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a lack of formal commitments to reduce emissions at this time. The absence of specific initiatives or targets suggests that the organisation may be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. As of now, there is no cascaded emissions data from a parent or related organisation, meaning that all reported figures are directly attributed to the ESRC itself. The organisation's climate commitments and future strategies remain to be defined, reflecting a broader context within the research sector's approach to sustainability and carbon management.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Economic And Social Research Council's primary industry is Research and development services (73), 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 Economic And Social Research Council is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Economic And Social Research 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
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