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Laureate Education, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Laureate Education, Inc., a prominent player in the global education sector, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1998, the company has established a significant presence in various operational regions, including Latin America, Europe, and Asia. Specialising in higher education, Laureate offers a diverse range of programmes through its network of accredited universities, focusing on innovative learning experiences that cater to the needs of students worldwide. With a commitment to quality education, Laureate's core services include online and on-campus degree programmes across multiple disciplines, making them a unique choice for learners seeking flexibility and accessibility. The company has achieved notable milestones, including partnerships with leading institutions and a strong market position, recognised for its dedication to student success and community impact.

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How does Laureate Education, Inc.'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.

25

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.

23

Industry Benchmark

Laureate Education, Inc.'s score of 25 is lower than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Laureate Education, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Laureate Education, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not report any specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of figures in the latest emissions data. Consequently, there are no recorded emissions in terms of Scope 1, 2, or 3. Additionally, Laureate Education has not established any documented reduction targets or commitments to climate initiatives, such as those outlined by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company does not appear to have any climate pledges or significant reduction initiatives in place at this time. As there is no available data or commitments, Laureate Education's current stance on carbon emissions and climate action remains unclear.

How Carbon Intensive is Laureate Education, Inc.'s Industry?

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

How Carbon Intensive is Laureate Education, Inc.'s Location?

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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 Laureate Education, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Laureate Education, Inc.'s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

Laureate Education, Inc. 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.

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