RTI International, a renowned non-profit research institute headquartered in the United States, has been a leader in the fields of research and development since its founding in 1958. With a strong presence in major operational regions across North America, Europe, and Asia, RTI excels in delivering innovative solutions in health, education, and environmental science. The institute is recognised for its unique approach to tackling complex challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration and advanced methodologies. Core services include data analysis, programme evaluation, and policy research, which are tailored to meet the specific needs of clients in both the public and private sectors. RTI's commitment to scientific integrity and social impact has positioned it as a trusted partner in addressing global issues, making significant contributions to evidence-based decision-making and policy formulation.
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In 2022, Rti reported total carbon emissions of approximately 15,335,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 3,898,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 6,191,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions, which comprise business travel at about 4,285,000 kg CO2e and employee commute at approximately 962,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2021, Rti's total emissions were about 13,385,000 kg CO2e, indicating an increase in emissions year-on-year. The breakdown for 2021 shows Scope 1 emissions at approximately 4,359,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 6,345,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions from business travel at about 2,057,000 kg CO2e and employee commute at approximately 624,000 kg CO2e. Rti has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as per the available data, and there are no climate pledges reported. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, indicating that Rti operates independently in its reporting and commitments. Overall, Rti's emissions reflect a significant footprint, particularly in Scope 2 and Scope 3 categories, highlighting areas for potential improvement in their climate strategy.
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2014 | 2015 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
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Scope 1 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 10,569,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Rti is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.