English Heritage
English Heritage, formally known as the English Heritage Trust, is a prominent charity based in the United Kingdom, dedicated to preserving and promoting the nation's historic sites and monuments. Headquartered in Swindon, it operates across England, managing over 400 historic locations, including iconic landmarks such as Stonehenge and Hadrian's Wall. Founded in 1983, English Heritage has played a pivotal role in heritage conservation, with significant milestones including the establishment of the Heritage at Risk Register. The organisation offers a range of services, including educational programmes, guided tours, and membership options, all designed to engage the public with England's rich history. Renowned for its commitment to conservation and public access, English Heritage holds a unique position in the heritage sector, attracting millions of visitors annually and fostering a deeper appreciation for England's cultural heritage.
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English Heritage's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, English Heritage reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3.06 million tonnes CO2e. This figure includes 129,000 tonnes CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, primarily from mobile and stationary combustion, and 1.63 million tonnes CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, which are linked to purchased electricity. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions accounted for about 474,000 tonnes CO2e, with significant contributions from business travel and waste generated in operations. Comparatively, in 2022, total emissions were around 2.7 million tonnes CO2e, indicating a slight increase in 2023. The breakdown for 2022 included 65,000 tonnes CO2e from mobile combustion and 700,000 tonnes CO2e from stationary combustion under Scope 1, while Scope 2 emissions were approximately 1.8 million tonnes CO2e. Despite these figures, English Heritage has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The organisation continues to monitor its emissions and aims to improve its sustainability practices, aligning with broader industry standards for carbon management and climate action.
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Add to project2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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| Scope 1 | 85 | 000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 25,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 66,200,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
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English Heritage is not committed to any 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.
