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Ministry Of Justice United Kingdom

The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) in the United Kingdom, headquartered in Great Britain, plays a pivotal role in the legal and judicial landscape. Established in 2007, the MoJ oversees a range of critical functions, including the courts, prisons, and probation services, ensuring the effective administration of justice across England and Wales. With a focus on enhancing public safety and upholding the rule of law, the Ministry delivers core services such as legal aid, rehabilitation programmes, and policy development. Its commitment to innovation and reform has positioned it as a leader in the justice sector, achieving notable milestones in improving access to justice and reducing reoffending rates. The MoJ's strategic initiatives continue to shape the future of justice in the UK, reflecting its dedication to a fair and efficient legal system.

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29

Industry Average

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Industry Benchmark

Ministry Of Justice United Kingdom's score of 29 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Ministry Of Justice United Kingdom's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) in the United Kingdom reported total carbon emissions of approximately 248,134,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 164,306,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 75,251,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions from business travel amounting to about 8,577,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2021, the MoJ's total emissions were approximately 274,476,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 170,888,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 92,097,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions from business travel at around 11,491,000 kg CO2e. The 2020 emissions were even higher, totalling about 315,132,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 182,242,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 111,393,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 from business travel at about 21,496,000 kg CO2e. The MoJ has not specified any formal reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment. The consistent decrease in total emissions over the past three years suggests ongoing efforts to improve sustainability and reduce carbon footprints.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ministry Of Justice United Kingdom'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.

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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 Ministry Of Justice United Kingdom is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Ministry Of Justice United Kingdom 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
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