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The International Rescue Committee (IRC), a prominent player in the health and social work services sector, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1933, the IRC has established itself as a leader in providing humanitarian aid and support to vulnerable populations across the globe, with significant operations in regions such as Africa, the Middle East, and South Asia.
Specialising in health services, education, and economic wellbeing, the IRC is dedicated to helping individuals affected by conflict and disaster rebuild their lives. Its unique approach combines immediate relief with long-term development strategies, ensuring sustainable impact. The organisation has received numerous accolades for its innovative programmes and commitment to social justice, solidifying its position as a trusted authority in humanitarian assistance.
19
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Industry Intensity
Medium
Health Services has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.263
20182025
The Health Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 23% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
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International Rescue Committee's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, the International Rescue Committee (IRC), a US-headquartered organisation operating in health and social work services, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 137,000 tonnes CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of 16,440 tonnes CO2e, with 10,960 tonnes CO2e from mobile combustion and 5,480 tonnes CO2e from stationary combustion. Scope 2 emissions, primarily from purchased electricity, were 1,370 tonnes CO2e. Scope 3 emissions amounted to 111,190 tonnes CO2e, with significant contributions from purchased goods and services (75,350 tonnes CO2e), capital goods (6,850 tonnes CO2e), business travel (6,850 tonnes CO2e), and upstream transportation and distribution (4,110 tonnes CO2e). The IRC has disclosed all three scopes of emissions, as detailed in their Climate Resilience and Sustainable Operations Roadmap.
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International Rescue Committee’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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