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London Borough of Southwark

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The London Borough of Southwark, often referred to simply as Southwark, is a prominent local authority located in Greater London, GB. Established in 1965, this borough has evolved significantly, becoming a key player in urban development and community services. Southwark operates primarily within the public sector, focusing on areas such as housing, education, and social services. With its headquarters situated in the heart of Southwark, the council is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for its diverse population. Notable achievements include significant investments in affordable housing and community infrastructure, positioning Southwark as a leader in sustainable urban living. The borough's commitment to innovation and community engagement sets it apart, making it a vital contributor to London's dynamic landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

How does London Borough of Southwark'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.

33

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Public Administration 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

London Borough of Southwark's score of 33 is higher than 65% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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London Borough of Southwark's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, the London Borough of Southwark reported total carbon emissions of approximately 375,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 58,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 11,000,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which total approximately 306,000,000 kg CO2e. Over the previous years, emissions have shown a downward trend, with 2023 emissions at about 380,000,000 kg CO2e and 2022 at approximately 415,000,000 kg CO2e. In 2021 and 2020, emissions were reported at around 432,000,000 kg CO2e for both years. The London Borough of Southwark has committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2030, with initiatives aimed at reducing emissions across all scopes. This ambitious target reflects the borough's dedication to addressing climate change and promoting sustainability within the community. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that the figures are independently reported by the London Borough of Southwark.

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2024
Scope 1
58,000,000
Scope 2
11,000,000
Scope 3
306,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. London Borough of Southwark's primary industry is Public administration and defence services; compulsory social security services (75), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 London Borough of Southwark is in GB, 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.

London Borough of Southwark 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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