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Friends Of The Royal Textile Academy Of Bhutan

Friends Of The Royal Textile Academy Of Bhutan, often referred to as FORTAB, is a prominent organisation headquartered in Bhutan (BT). Established to support the Royal Textile Academy, FORTAB plays a vital role in preserving and promoting Bhutanese textile heritage, particularly in the realms of traditional weaving and craftsmanship. Since its inception, FORTAB has focused on enhancing the skills of artisans and fostering sustainable practices within the textile industry. The organisation is dedicated to offering unique products that reflect the rich cultural tapestry of Bhutan, including handwoven textiles and contemporary designs that honour traditional techniques. With a strong commitment to community development and cultural preservation, FORTAB has positioned itself as a leader in the textile sector, contributing significantly to Bhutan's economy and cultural identity. Its notable achievements include collaborations with local artisans and participation in international exhibitions, showcasing the beauty and intricacy of Bhutanese textiles to a global audience.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Friends Of The Royal Textile Academy Of Bhutan'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.

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Mean score of companies in the Textile Manufacturing 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Friends Of The Royal Textile Academy Of Bhutan's score of 10 is lower than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Friends Of The Royal Textile Academy Of Bhutan's reported carbon emissions

As of 2022, Friends Of The Royal Textile Academy Of Bhutan has reported a direct (Scope 1) greenhouse gas emissions intensity of approximately 980.0 kg CO2e per tonne. This figure reflects their ongoing commitment to monitoring and managing their carbon footprint. Over the years, the organisation has shown fluctuations in emissions intensity, with values of 1140.0 kg CO2e in 2021, 900.0 kg CO2e in 2020, 850.0 kg CO2e in 2019, and 830.0 kg CO2e in 2018. The trend indicates a potential focus on reducing emissions, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. Currently, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges associated with the organisation, which suggests a need for further commitment to formal climate action strategies. The absence of specific Scope 2 or Scope 3 emissions data limits a comprehensive understanding of their overall carbon impact. In summary, while Friends Of The Royal Textile Academy Of Bhutan is tracking its emissions, the lack of formal reduction commitments highlights an opportunity for enhanced climate action and transparency in their sustainability efforts.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Friends Of The Royal Textile Academy Of Bhutan's primary industry is Textiles (17), which is medium 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 Friends Of The Royal Textile Academy Of Bhutan is in BT, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Friends Of The Royal Textile Academy Of Bhutan 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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