Oxfam GB, a prominent branch of the global Oxfam confederation, is headquartered in Oxford, GB. Established in 1942, Oxfam has evolved into a leading organisation within the health and social work services sector, focusing on alleviating poverty and promoting social justice. With operations spanning across various regions, including Africa, Asia, and the Middle East, Oxfam GB is dedicated to delivering essential services such as emergency response, development programmes, and advocacy initiatives.
Oxfam's unique approach combines humanitarian aid with long-term development strategies, setting it apart in the industry. The organisation has achieved significant milestones, including its influential role in shaping global policies on poverty and inequality. Recognised for its commitment to sustainable development, Oxfam GB continues to maintain a strong market position, making a lasting impact on communities worldwide.
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Industry Intensity
Health Services has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Health Services industry has increased its overall emissions by 7% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Oxfam GB's reported carbon emissions
Oxfam GB, operating within the health and social work services industry in the UK, has reported its carbon emissions for recent years. For the reporting year 2023, Oxfam GB's total reported emissions were approximately 2.42 million kg CO2e. This figure is composed of approximately 718,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 (including mobile and stationary combustion) and 1.67 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (purchased electricity), along with approximately 134,000 kg CO2e from business travel and 125,000 kg CO2e from upstream leased assets within Scope 3.
In 2022, Oxfam GB's total emissions were approximately 2.72 million kg CO2e. This included approximately 801,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 (mobile and stationary combustion), 1.85 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (purchased electricity), and approximately 152,000 kg CO2e from business travel and 192,000 kg CO2e from upstream leased assets within Scope 3.
Oxfam GB has established significant climate commitments. The organisation aims for at least a 71% absolute reduction in emissions by 2030, based on a 2011/12 baseline, excluding offsetting. This target encompasses Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Furthermore, Oxfam GB is committed to achieving net-zero emissions from its UK operations before 2040. The organisation also has a commitment to a 31% absolute reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2032, with specific targets for non-FLAG and FLAG emissions. A long-term goal is to reach net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2040, with a 90% reduction target and carbon removals for any hard-to-abate emissions.
Oxfam GB's intensity ratio for gross tCO2e per 1,000m2 of total shop area was 0.0405 in 2023.
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Oxfam GB’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
5 goals2040
90% reduction in all scopes
BY 2040 WE WILL REACH NET ZERO By 2040, we aim to reduce our emissions by 90% across all scopes Carbon removals of any hard-to-abate emissio…
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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