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Nhs England
NHS England, the National Health Service in England, is a pivotal organisation in the UK healthcare sector, headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1948, NHS England has evolved to oversee the planning and delivery of health services across the country, ensuring that millions of citizens receive high-quality care. With a focus on primary care, mental health services, and specialised treatments, NHS England is dedicated to improving health outcomes through innovative practices and patient-centred approaches. The organisation is renowned for its commitment to accessibility and efficiency, making it a leader in the public health domain. Notable achievements include the successful rollout of nationwide health initiatives and the integration of digital health solutions, positioning NHS England as a cornerstone of the UK's healthcare system.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Nhs England'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Nhs England's score of 55 is higher than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Nhs England's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, NHS England reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,875,000 kg CO2e, a slight decrease from about 3,887,000 kg CO2e in 2023. The emissions breakdown for 2024 includes Scope 1 emissions at about 715,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 762,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at around 2,339,000 kg CO2e. This trend reflects a continued effort to reduce carbon footprints across various operational scopes. NHS England has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a net-zero carbon footprint by 2040. Specifically, they target an 80% reduction in emissions from 1990 levels by 2028 to 2032 for the emissions they directly control (Scope 1 and Scope 2). Additionally, they plan to reduce emissions from domestic business flights by at least 30% from a 2017/18 baseline by 2025. The organisation's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent company, indicating that these figures are independently reported. NHS England's ongoing initiatives and commitments demonstrate a proactive approach to addressing climate change within the healthcare sector in Great Britain.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 65,000 | 00,000 | 0,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,060,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,588,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Nhs England 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.
