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Hackney Council Sustainability Profile

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Hackney Council, officially known as the London Borough of Hackney, is a prominent local authority headquartered in Hackney, GB. Established in 1965, the council has evolved to serve a diverse community in one of London's most vibrant boroughs, focusing on areas such as housing, education, and public health. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, Hackney Council offers a range of services, including waste management, social services, and community development initiatives. Its unique approach to engaging residents and fostering local partnerships has positioned it as a leader in urban governance. Notable achievements include significant investments in affordable housing and initiatives aimed at enhancing local infrastructure. Hackney Council continues to play a vital role in shaping the future of the borough, ensuring that it remains a thriving place for all its residents.

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26

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other 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.

27

Industry Benchmark

Hackney Council's score of 26 is lower than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Hackney Council's reported carbon emissions

In 2021, Hackney Council reported significant carbon savings of approximately 982,000 kg CO2e, although specific emissions data for Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 were not disclosed. The council has not set formal reduction targets or commitments under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. As of now, there are no cascaded emissions data from parent organizations, indicating that all reported figures are directly from Hackney Council. The council's climate initiatives focus on reducing carbon emissions, but further details on specific strategies or future commitments are not available.

How Carbon Intensive is Hackney Council's Industry?

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

How Carbon Intensive is Hackney Council'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 Hackney Council is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Hackney Council'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.

Hackney Council 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
Reduction Actions

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