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The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) is the United Kingdom's leading government department for foreign policy, international development, and diplomacy. Headquartered in the United Kingdom, the FCDO maintains a global presence through its extensive network of embassies, high commissions, and consulates. Its core mandate falls within public administration and defence services, effectively shaping Britain's role on the international stage.
Established in September 2020 through the merger of the Foreign & Commonwealth Office and the Department for International Development, the FCDO integrates the UK's diplomatic and development efforts. This unique structure ensures a cohesive approach to addressing global challenges, delivering strategic foreign policy outcomes and impactful international aid. The FCDO is pivotal in promoting British values, prosperity, and national security overseas, providing essential consular assistance to UK citizens abroad.
+2 vs industry average
Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office’s score of 31 is higher than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Public Administration has below-average carbon intensity
The Public Administration industry has reduced its overall emissions by 30% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
In 2018, the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office reported total Scope 1 emissions of 884,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of 6,171,000 kg CO2e. The organisation has a near-term absolute reduction target to achieve a 60% reduction in Greenhouse Gas emissions from a 2009 baseline by 2020. This target specifically covers Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, there is a target for a 62% reduction in waste from a 2009 baseline by 2020.
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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