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Education Services
GB
updated 8 months ago

FutureLearn Limited Sustainability Profile

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FutureLearn Limited, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading online learning platform that has transformed the landscape of digital education since its founding in 2012. Specialising in massive open online courses (MOOCs), FutureLearn collaborates with top universities and institutions to offer a diverse range of subjects, from business and technology to health and humanities. With a commitment to accessible education, FutureLearn's unique approach combines social learning with high-quality content, allowing learners to engage with peers and educators alike. The platform has achieved significant milestones, including partnerships with renowned educational institutions and a growing user base that spans across the globe. As a prominent player in the online education industry, FutureLearn continues to innovate, making quality learning opportunities available to everyone, everywhere.

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How does FutureLearn Limited'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.

23

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.

26

Industry Benchmark

FutureLearn Limited's score of 23 is lower than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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FutureLearn Limited's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Global University Systems B.V.

FutureLearn Limited, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for reporting. As a current subsidiary, FutureLearn's climate commitments and emissions data may be influenced by its corporate family, but no specific figures or reduction targets have been disclosed. The company has not outlined any specific reduction initiatives or targets, such as those aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other industry standards. This lack of publicly available data suggests that FutureLearn may still be in the early stages of developing its climate strategy or reporting framework. In the context of the broader industry, many organisations are increasingly focusing on transparency and accountability regarding their carbon footprints. FutureLearn's commitment to addressing climate change will be crucial as it aligns with global efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote sustainability.

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2023
Scope 1
26,600
Scope 2
15,100
Scope 3
424,600

How Carbon Intensive is FutureLearn Limited's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. FutureLearn Limited's primary industry is Education Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is FutureLearn Limited's Location?

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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 FutureLearn Limited is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

FutureLearn Limited's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

FutureLearn Limited has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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