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Johns Hopkins University

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Johns Hopkins University (JHU), a prestigious institution located in Baltimore, Maryland, is renowned for its contributions to education, research, and healthcare. Founded in 1876, JHU was the first research university in the United States, setting a benchmark for higher education with its emphasis on scientific inquiry and interdisciplinary collaboration. The university operates primarily in the fields of medicine, public health, engineering, and the humanities, offering a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programmes. Its unique approach to education combines rigorous academic training with practical experience, fostering innovation and leadership among its students. JHU consistently ranks among the top universities globally, recognised for its groundbreaking research and commitment to addressing complex societal challenges. With a strong focus on global health and biomedical research, Johns Hopkins University remains a leader in shaping the future of education and healthcare.

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How does Johns Hopkins University'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.

30

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Education Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

25

Industry Benchmark

Johns Hopkins University's score of 30 is higher than 59% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Johns Hopkins University's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Johns Hopkins University reported total carbon emissions of approximately 152,000,000 kg CO2e, which includes Scope 1 emissions of about 9,680,000 kg CO2e (comprising mobile combustion and fugitive emissions) and Scope 2 emissions of about 77,600,000 kg CO2e (from purchased electricity, steam, and cooling). This data reflects a significant reduction from 2019, when total emissions were approximately 229,973,000 kg CO2e. The university has set an ambitious target to achieve net zero emissions by 2040, with this commitment encompassing all scopes of emissions. This long-term goal, initiated in 2023, underscores Johns Hopkins University's dedication to sustainability and climate action. Overall, the university's emissions data and climate commitments highlight its proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.

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20172022
Scope 1
5,759,888,000
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Scope 2
2,797,101,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Johns Hopkins University's primary industry is Education services (80), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Johns Hopkins University is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Johns Hopkins University 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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