ETH Zürich
ETH Zürich, officially known as the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich, is a prestigious institution located in Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1855, it has established itself as a leader in engineering, technology, and natural sciences, attracting students and researchers from around the globe. With its headquarters in Zurich, ETH Zürich operates primarily in Europe, focusing on cutting-edge research and education. The institute is renowned for its innovative programmes in fields such as computer science, architecture, and environmental sciences. ETH Zürich's commitment to excellence is reflected in its numerous accolades, including consistently ranking among the top universities worldwide. Its unique blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application sets it apart, making it a pivotal player in shaping the future of technology and science.
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ETH Zürich's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, ETH Zürich reported total carbon emissions of approximately 181,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 6,606,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 2,657,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions, with business travel contributing approximately 12,084,000 kg CO2e and employee commuting accounting for about 33,000,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2020, the institution's total emissions were approximately 14,669,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 6,773,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 1,315,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 6,581,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a substantial increase in emissions over the four-year period. ETH Zürich has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming to reduce direct CO2 emissions on its Campus Hönggerberg by 50% by 2020, which translates to a reduction of about 4,600 tonnes CO2e per year. This initiative is part of their "Energy Concept Campus Hönggerberg," which utilises geothermal storage systems, with a base year of 2006 for comparison. The institution has not reported any Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) targets or other cascading emissions data from a parent organisation, indicating that their emissions data is independently sourced. ETH Zürich continues to focus on sustainability and climate commitments, reflecting its role as a leading educational and research institution in Switzerland.
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| 2006 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 13,025,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,550,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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ETH Zürich 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.
