IDP Education Limited, headquartered in Australia, is a leading player in the education services industry, specialising in international student placement and English language testing. Founded in 1969, IDP has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Asia, North America, and the UK, facilitating educational opportunities for students worldwide.
The company is renowned for its core services, which include student placement in universities, English language training, and the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) examination. IDP's unique approach combines personalised support with extensive partnerships with educational institutions, ensuring students receive tailored guidance throughout their academic journey.
With a commitment to quality and innovation, IDP Education has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its market position as a trusted leader in the global education sector.
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Industry Intensity
Education Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Education Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 18% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
IDP Education Limited's reported carbon emissions
IDP Education Limited, headquartered in Australia and operating within the education services industry (80), has reported its carbon emissions from 2020 to 2024.
For the fiscal year 2024, IDP Education Limited's total emissions were approximately 54.7 million kg CO2e. This figure comprises approximately 4,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, about 5.6 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and approximately 49.2 million kg CO2e from Scope 3.
In 2023, the company's total carbon emissions were approximately 58.2 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 26,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 6.7 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 51.4 million kg CO2e.
The previous year, 2022, saw total emissions of about 44.9 million kg CO2e. This included approximately 27,500 kg CO2e for Scope 1, roughly 4.6 million kg CO2e for Scope 2, and about 40.3 million kg CO2e for Scope 3.
In 2021, IDP Education Limited reported total emissions of approximately 30.4 million kg CO2e, consisting of about 17,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), approximately 4.4 million kg CO2e (Scope 2), and around 26.0 million kg CO2e (Scope 3).
For 2020, the total emissions were approximately 4.4 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 43,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at roughly 4.4 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2020 were reported as 0.0 kg CO2e.
IDP Education Limited's sustainability reporting indicates that data for specific Scope 3 categories, including purchased goods and services, business travel, and employee commute, were missing for the years 2020 through 2024. The company has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or commitments to initiatives such as SBTi or the Climate Pledge.
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