Public Health England Sustainability Profile
Public Health England (PHE), a key entity in the UK's health landscape, is headquartered in London, GB. Established in 2013, PHE plays a vital role in protecting and improving the nation's health, focusing on areas such as disease prevention, health promotion, and emergency preparedness. With operational regions across England, PHE is dedicated to delivering evidence-based public health services and guidance. Its core offerings include health surveillance, research, and the development of health policies, all aimed at enhancing population health outcomes. Recognised for its commitment to public health, PHE has achieved significant milestones, including the management of health crises and the promotion of vaccination programmes. As a leader in the public health sector, PHE continues to influence health strategies and policies, ensuring a healthier future for all.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Public Health England's score of 29 is higher than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Public Health England's reported carbon emissions
In 2020, Public Health England (PHE) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 721,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes emissions from Scope 1 and Scope 2, which totalled approximately 10,300,000 kg CO2e. PHE has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, in line with the UK’s legislative framework. Additionally, PHE established a near-term target to reduce its carbon emissions by 3% annually for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, using a baseline year of 2013/14, with the target period concluding in March 2020. This commitment aligns with the Greening Government Commitment (GGC). PHE's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures are independently reported. The organisation continues to focus on sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint as part of its broader public health mandate.
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Public Health England'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.
Public Health England 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.
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