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How does Ico'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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Ico's score of 12 is higher than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Ico reported total carbon emissions of 123,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 2 emissions (purchased electricity) at 96,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions (business travel) at 118,000 kg CO2e. This marked an increase from 2022, where total emissions were 84,000 kg CO2e, primarily driven by Scope 2 emissions of 64,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions of 15,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, Ico's total emissions were 74,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions at 105,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at 1,000 kg CO2e. The trend indicates fluctuations in emissions, with a notable increase in 2023 compared to previous years. Ico has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. However, they continue to monitor and report their emissions, reflecting a commitment to transparency in their environmental impact. The organisation's emissions per full-time equivalent staffing have varied, with figures such as 240 kg CO2e in 2023 and 130 kg CO2e in 2022, indicating ongoing efforts to assess their carbon footprint relative to staffing levels.
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Add to project2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 2 | 275,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
Scope 3 | 182,000 | 0,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
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Ico is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.