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NHS England, a pivotal entity within the health and social work services sector, is headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 2013, it has since played a crucial role in overseeing the National Health Service (NHS) in England, ensuring the delivery of high-quality healthcare to millions.
Operating across various regions, NHS England focuses on a range of services, including primary care, mental health, and community health services. Its commitment to innovation and patient-centred care distinguishes it in the industry.
With a strong market position, NHS England has achieved significant milestones, including the implementation of the NHS Long Term Plan, which aims to enhance health outcomes and accessibility. Its unique approach to integrating services and prioritising public health continues to set benchmarks in the healthcare landscape.
+19 vs industry average
Nhs England’s score of 41 is higher than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Health Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries
The Health Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 23% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
NHS England's latest reported emissions for 2024 were approximately 3.88 million kg CO2e. This total includes about 715,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, approximately 762,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and roughly 2.34 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. In 2023, their emissions were around 3.89 million kg CO2e, comprising about 1.04 million kg CO2e (Scope 1), approximately 1.02 million kg CO2e (Scope 2), and roughly 1.83 million kg CO2e (Scope 3). For 2022, total emissions stood at about 4.20 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 1.25 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at roughly 2.35 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 605,000 kg CO2e.
NHS England is committed to ambitious climate goals. They aim for net-zero direct emissions (Scope 1 and Scope 2) by 2040, with an interim target of an 80% reduction from 1990 levels between 2028 and 2032. For wider emissions (Scope 3), they target net-zero by 2045, with an ambition to achieve an 80% reduction between 2036 and 2039. They also have a specific near-term target to reduce emissions from domestic business flights by at least 30% from a 2017/18 baseline by 2025 (covering Scope 1 and Scope 2).
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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