The National Library of Australia (NLA), headquartered in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (AT), is a prominent institution within the education services sector. Established in 1960, the NLA has become a cornerstone of Australian cultural heritage, providing access to a vast collection of resources that support research, education, and community engagement.
The library's core services include the preservation of Australian literature, historical documents, and digital resources, making it a unique repository of national knowledge. With a commitment to innovation, the NLA has embraced digital technologies to enhance accessibility and user experience. Notable achievements include its extensive digitisation projects and partnerships that expand its reach across Australia and beyond, solidifying its position as a leader in the education services industry.
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Industry Intensity
Education Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Education Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 18% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
National Library of Australia's reported carbon emissions
The National Library of Australia, headquartered in AT and operating within the Education services (80) industry, reported approximately 9.7 million kg CO2e in total emissions for the 2023 reporting year. This figure encompasses Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions.
Broken down by scope for 2023:
- Scope 1 emissions amounted to approximately 250,115 kg CO2e, primarily from stationary combustion (243,219 kg CO2e) and mobile combustion (6896 kg CO2e).
- Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 3.34 million kg CO2e.
- Scope 3 emissions were approximately 2.84 million kg CO2e, with business travel accounting for 0 kg CO2e in this reporting period.
The library has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or commitments to initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Information regarding their specific climate reduction initiatives is not available.
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