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NHS Wales Sustainability Profile

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NHS Wales, the National Health Service for Wales, operates from its headquarters in GB, providing comprehensive healthcare services across the region. Established in 1948, NHS Wales has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in public health and patient care. As a pivotal player in the healthcare industry, NHS Wales focuses on delivering high-quality medical services, including hospital care, community health, and mental health support. Its unique approach emphasises patient-centred care, ensuring that services are tailored to meet the diverse needs of the Welsh population. Recognised for its commitment to innovation and excellence, NHS Wales has achieved notable accolades in healthcare delivery, positioning itself as a leader in the UK’s public health sector. With a strong emphasis on accessibility and quality, NHS Wales continues to set benchmarks in health service provision.

DitchCarbon Score

How does NHS Wales'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.

26

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Public Administration industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

26

Industry Benchmark

NHS Wales's score of 26 is lower than 56% 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 Wales's reported carbon emissions

NHS Wales currently does not have available carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of specific figures for kg CO2e. Additionally, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges at this time. This lack of data suggests that NHS Wales may be in the early stages of developing its climate strategy or reporting framework. In the context of climate commitments, NHS Wales is expected to align with broader NHS initiatives aimed at reducing carbon emissions and enhancing sustainability across the healthcare sector. These initiatives typically focus on improving energy efficiency, reducing waste, and transitioning to renewable energy sources. As NHS Wales progresses in its climate commitments, it will be essential to monitor future emissions data and any established reduction targets to assess its impact on climate change mitigation effectively.

How Carbon Intensive is NHS Wales's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. NHS Wales's primary industry is Public Administration, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is NHS Wales's Location?

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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 NHS Wales is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

NHS Wales's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

NHS Wales has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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