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Education Management Corporation

Education Management Corporation (EDMC), headquartered in the United States, is a prominent player in the education sector, specialising in post-secondary education. Founded in 1962, EDMC has established itself as a leader in providing innovative educational solutions through its various institutions, including The Art Institutes, Argosy University, and South University. With a focus on career-oriented programmes, EDMC offers a diverse range of degrees and certifications across fields such as arts, business, health sciences, and technology. The corporation is recognised for its commitment to student success and its unique approach to blending online and on-campus learning experiences. Over the years, EDMC has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a trusted name in education management. Its dedication to quality education and student support has earned it a notable reputation in the competitive landscape of higher education.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Education Management Corporation'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.

25

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Education 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.

29

Industry Benchmark

Education Management Corporation's score of 25 is lower than 50% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Education Management Corporation's reported carbon emissions

Education Management Corporation, headquartered in the US, currently does not report any specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. Consequently, there are no documented Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions to analyse. Furthermore, the organisation has not established any formal reduction targets or commitments, such as those aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This lack of data and commitments suggests that Education Management Corporation may not yet be actively engaged in formal climate initiatives or emissions reduction strategies. In the context of the education management industry, many organisations are increasingly prioritising sustainability and carbon neutrality. However, without specific emissions data or reduction initiatives, it is challenging to assess Education Management Corporation's position relative to its peers in the sector.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Education Management Corporation's primary industry is Education services (80), 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 Education Management Corporation is in US, 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.

Education Management Corporation 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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