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The Open University (OU), headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading provider of higher education and lifelong learning opportunities across the UK and beyond. Established in 1969, it has grown to become a prominent institution within the education services sector, specialising in flexible, distance learning programmes. The OU offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, distinguished by their accessibility and innovative online delivery methods.
As a pioneer in open and distance education, the Open University has earned a strong reputation for providing quality education to diverse student populations. Its commitment to inclusivity and academic excellence has positioned it as a key player in the UK’s higher education landscape. With a history of milestones and a focus on lifelong learning, the OU continues to shape the future of accessible education.
41
DitchCarbon score
+18 vs industry average
Open University’s score of 41 is higher than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Low
Education Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.092
20182025
The Education Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 18% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
2020202120222023202420252026
Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
•••kg CO₂e
Total reported
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Open University's reported carbon emissions
The Open University, a UK-based education services provider, reported Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 2,000,000 kg CO2e in 2023. This follows 1,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and 0 kg CO2e in 2021. The university aims for Net Zero Carbon for Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, with a target of 100% reduction. This commitment includes strategies such as retrofitting and optimising buildings, improving space utilisation, decarbonising heat systems, increasing onsite renewable energy generation, and purchasing 100% renewable electricity by 2030. For Scope 3 emissions, The Open University has committed to achieving net-zero no later than 2050, focusing on waste avoidance and resource recovery. Please note that comprehensive Scope 3 emissions data for categories such as purchased goods and services, business travel, and employee commute were not available for the reported years.
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Open University’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%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
No scope 3 category breakdown has been disclosed yet.
Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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