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One Young World

One Young World, a prominent global forum for young leaders, is headquartered in the United States and operates across various regions, including Europe, Asia, and Africa. Founded in 2010, the organisation has rapidly established itself as a key player in the youth leadership and development sector, bringing together young changemakers from diverse backgrounds to address pressing global issues. The core mission of One Young World is to empower young leaders by providing them with a platform to share ideas, collaborate, and drive social impact. Their unique approach includes annual summits, regional events, and a robust network that fosters connections among young leaders. Notable achievements include partnerships with influential organisations and a growing community of over 12,000 delegates from more than 190 countries, solidifying One Young World’s position as a leader in youth advocacy and global change.

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39

Industry Average

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27

Industry Benchmark

One Young World's score of 39 is higher than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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One Young World's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, One Young World reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,250,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 500,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 300,000,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 1,450,000,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, their total emissions were about 2,500,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 550,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 350,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 1,600,000,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a reduction in total emissions of about 250,000,000 kg CO2e from 2022 to 2023. Despite these figures, One Young World has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at further decreasing their carbon footprint. Their commitment to sustainability is evident through their engagement in sustainable farming practices and recycling efforts, which contribute to mitigating carbon emissions. However, without defined reduction targets or pledges, the organisation's long-term climate strategy remains unclear.

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Scope 2
350,000,000
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Scope 3
1,600,000,000
0,000,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. One Young World's primary industry is Other services (93), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 One Young World is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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