INSEAD, the International Institute for Advanced National Development, is a prestigious business school headquartered in the United States, with significant operational regions in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Founded in 1957, INSEAD has established itself as a leader in business education, offering a diverse range of programmes including MBA, Executive Education, and PhD courses. Renowned for its global perspective and multicultural environment, INSEAD uniquely combines rigorous academic theory with practical application, preparing students for leadership roles in an increasingly interconnected world. The institution's commitment to innovation and excellence has earned it a prominent position in global rankings, consistently recognised as one of the top business schools worldwide. With a strong alumni network and partnerships with leading organisations, INSEAD continues to shape the future of business education.
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insead's score of 52 is higher than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, INSEAD reported total carbon emissions of approximately 17,559,870 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,440,490 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 404,310 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 15,149,110 kg CO2e. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions are primarily driven by business travel (about 7,521,980 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (approximately 6,698,240 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2022, INSEAD's total emissions were about 14,589,775 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 2,442,675 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions around 509,615 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were about 11,637,485 kg CO2e. INSEAD has committed to a long-term reduction target of 67% in greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 2035, using 2019 levels as a baseline. This commitment includes a specific pledge to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by the same percentage, with an ultimate goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. Additionally, the institution aims to be carbon neutral by 2040, focusing on Scope 2 emissions. These initiatives reflect INSEAD's dedication to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change, positioning itself as a leader in environmental responsibility within the educational sector.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | - | - | 0,000,000.0 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | - | 000,000.0 | 000,000 |
Scope 3 | 7,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000.0 | 00,000,000 |
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insead is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.