Leicester City Council, headquartered in Leicester, GB, is a pivotal entity in the public administration and defence services sector, specifically focusing on compulsory social security services. Established in the early 20th century, the council has evolved to meet the diverse needs of its community, providing essential services that enhance the quality of life for residents.
The council's core offerings include social care, housing support, and community development, all designed to foster a thriving, inclusive environment. Notably, Leicester City Council has received recognition for its innovative approaches to public service delivery, positioning itself as a leader in local governance. With a commitment to transparency and community engagement, the council continues to play a vital role in shaping the future of Leicester and its surrounding areas.
+43 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
Public Administration has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Public Administration industry has reduced its overall emissions by 30% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Leicester City Council's reported carbon emissions
Leicester City Council, based in GB and operating within public administration, is committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2030/31.
Carbon Emissions Overview:
- 2025: Leicester City Council reported total emissions of approximately 8.4 million kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of about 3.8 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of roughly 3.1 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 1.5 million kg CO2e.
- 2024: Total emissions were approximately 9.4 million kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were around 4.5 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were about 3.3 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalled approximately 1.6 million kg CO2e.
- 2023: The council's total emissions stood at approximately 16.4 million kg CO2e. This comprised Scope 1 emissions of about 7.8 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of roughly 6.3 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 2.3 million kg CO2e.
Climate Commitments and Targets:
Leicester City Council has set an ambition to reach net zero emissions by 2030/31. This commitment covers all scopes of emissions from its operations and estate. The council is actively working towards this goal, aiming to reduce its carbon footprint from its own operations.
Additional Data Notes:
- Emissions data for 2020 includes a total of approximately 1.2 billion kg CO2e.
- In 2018, Scope 3 emissions were reported with significant categories including capital goods (about 781 million kg CO2e), use of sold products (approximately 10.6 billion kg CO2e), purchased goods and services (around 4.2 billion kg CO2e), and upstream transportation and distribution (about 220 million kg CO2e).
- For several reporting years (2009-2014, 2016-2017, 2019, 2023), emissions data was not fully disclosed across all scopes. However, per Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) employee data in tonnes of CO2e was available for some of these years, indicating emissions intensity related to staffing.
- For the 2023 reporting year, the council provided emission factors in tonnes of CO2e per FTE for the "employee" category, with values ranging from approximately 3.2 to 7.2 tonnes CO2e per FTE across various historical years.
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Leicester City Council’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
1 goal2030
Leicester City Council is committed to reducing carbon emiss…
Leicester City Council is committed to reducing carbon emissions from its own estate and operations and has set itself an ambition to reach…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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