The IIT Council, officially known as the Indian Institute of Technology Council, is headquartered in India and plays a pivotal role in the education and research sector. Established to oversee the prestigious Indian Institutes of Technology, the Council has significantly influenced engineering and technology education since its inception. With a focus on fostering innovation and excellence, the IIT Council operates across major regions in India, promoting collaboration among its member institutes. Its core services include academic governance, research facilitation, and industry partnerships, which are designed to enhance the quality of technical education. Recognised for its commitment to producing world-class engineers and technologists, the IIT Council has achieved notable milestones, including the establishment of various IITs that consistently rank among the top engineering institutions globally. This esteemed position underscores its influence in shaping the future of technology and education in India.
How does IIT Council'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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IIT Council's score of 24 is lower than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2022, the IIT Council reported total carbon emissions of approximately 69,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 2,102,800 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 52,075,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 11,600,700 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Council has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 30% decrease in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from 2020 levels by 2030. Additionally, they aspire to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by the middle of this decade (2023-2025). These commitments reflect a proactive approach to climate action, aligning with industry standards for sustainability and emissions reduction.
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| 2022 | |
|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,102,800 |
| Scope 2 | 52,075,000 |
| Scope 3 | 11,600,700 |
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.
IIT 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.
