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Natural Resources Wales (NRW), headquartered in Great Britain, is a pivotal organisation within the public administration and defence services sector, specifically focusing on compulsory social security services. Established in 2013, NRW emerged from the merger of the Countryside Council for Wales, the Environment Agency Wales, and the Forestry Commission Wales, marking a significant milestone in the management of natural resources across Wales.
Operating primarily throughout Wales, NRW is dedicated to safeguarding the environment, promoting sustainable development, and enhancing biodiversity. Its core services include environmental protection, forestry management, and water resource management, all aimed at fostering a resilient and thriving ecosystem. NRW's unique approach combines scientific expertise with community engagement, positioning it as a leader in environmental governance. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, Natural Resources Wales continues to play a crucial role in shaping the future of Wales' natural landscape.
+13 vs industry average
Natural Resources Wales’s score of 42 is higher than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Public Administration has below-average carbon intensity
The Public Administration industry has reduced its overall emissions by 30% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Natural Resources Wales, a UK-based public administration and defence services organisation, reported approximately 4,387,000 kg CO2e in total emissions for 2017. This included about 2,466,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, approximately 1,317,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and around 603,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3.
In 2016, total emissions were about 5,115,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 2,835,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 1,662,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 617,000 kg CO2e. For 2015, total emissions were roughly 6,021,000 kg CO2e, comprising approximately 2,999,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, about 2,048,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and around 974,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. No specific emissions data is available for 2018; however, an "other" category indicates 603,000 kg CO2e from consumption.
Natural Resources Wales is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2025 across all scopes, utilising a combination of emissions reduction and carbon offsetting. Furthermore, they have a pledge to become a net-zero carbon council by 2030, aiming to support communities in reaching the same goal. The organisation also set a near-term target to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 carbon dioxide emissions from occupied buildings, travel, and water use by 5% based on 2017/18 data.
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
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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No scope 3 category breakdown has been disclosed yet.


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