Curious to see your top suppliers emissions?
Book a demo for a pilot project
Nsf, officially known as NSF International, is a prominent organisation headquartered in the United States, specialising in a diverse range of services within the "Other services (93)" industry. Established in 1944, NSF has built a strong reputation for providing certification, testing, and consulting services that promote public health and safety across various sectors. Its core offerings include product testing, standards development, and regulatory compliance support, which are recognised for their rigorous standards and global reach.
With a significant presence in North America and beyond, NSF serves clients across multiple industries, including food safety, water quality, and health sciences. The organisation’s long-standing history and commitment to quality have positioned it as a trusted leader in its field, continually advancing industry standards and fostering innovation in public health solutions.
66
DitchCarbon score
+41 vs industry average
Nsf’s score of 66 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Part of the Sustainability team at Nsf?
- Control how your company's emission story is told
- Respond to customers efficiently
- See who's viewing your profile
Industry Intensity
Low
Other Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.200
20182025
The Other Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 37% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
202020212022202320242025202620272028
Reported emissions
Scope 1
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 2
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 3
•••kg CO₂e
Total reported
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Nsf's reported carbon emissions
For the reporting year 2025, NSF's total carbon emissions were approximately 33.6 million kg CO2e. This comprises Scope 1 emissions of about 3.6 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 6.3 million kg CO2e (location-based). Scope 3 emissions for 2025 amounted to roughly 23.7 million kg CO2e, with business travel being a significant contributor at approximately 12.9 million kg CO2e.
In 2024, NSF reported total emissions of approximately 35.4 million kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of about 2.8 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 8.6 million kg CO2e (market-based). Scope 3 emissions for 2024 were around 24.0 million kg CO2e.
For the reporting year 2023, NSF's total emissions were approximately 33.5 million kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of about 3.6 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of roughly 8.0 million kg CO2e (market-based). Scope 3 emissions for 2023 totalled approximately 21.9 million kg CO2e.
NSF International has a commitment for Net-Zero emissions across its portfolio of buildings, campuses, and installations by 2045, with initiatives in place to improve energy efficiency. While specific absolute reduction targets were not provided, the organization has demonstrated a consistent reporting of Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions over recent years. NSF's commitment was previously listed with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) in December 2023, with an expired near-term commitment. The organization's headquarters are located in the US, and it operates within the "Other services (93)" industry.
Unlock detailed emission data
Access structured emission data, company specific factors and auditable source documents
Nsf’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
Showing SBTi-validated targets only. Sign up or sign in to see all disclosed climate targets.
Scope 3 top emissions categories
6 of 15 categories disclosedSee all scope 3 categories
Already have an account? Sign in now
Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
See details
Not active
Carbon Disclosure Project
See details
Not active
The Climate Pledge
See details
Not active
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
See details
Not active
RE 100
See details
Not active
Climate Action 100
See details
Not active
Emissions comparison with industry peers
View similar organisationsCompanyCountryIndustryLast updatedScoreDetails
Nsf2 months ago
66
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Nsf’s sustainability data and climate commitments
Usage policy
You’re welcome to quote or reference data from this page, but please include a visible link back to this URL. Bulk collection, resale, or redistribution of data from multiple profiles is not permitted.
See our License Agreement for more details.
Where does DitchCarbondata come from?
Discover our data-driven methodology for measuring corporate climate action and benchmarking against industry peers
Learn more