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Savonia University

Savonia University of Applied Sciences, commonly referred to as Savonia, is a prominent institution located in Finland (FI), with its headquarters in Kuopio. Established in 2005, Savonia has rapidly evolved into a key player in the higher education sector, focusing on applied sciences and vocational training. The university serves a diverse student body across various operational regions, including North Savo and beyond. Savonia offers a range of innovative programmes in fields such as engineering, health care, and business, distinguished by their practical approach and strong industry connections. The university is recognised for its commitment to research and development, contributing significantly to regional growth and sustainability. With a reputation for excellence in education and a focus on real-world applications, Savonia University stands out as a leader in Finland's educational landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

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Industry Average

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Industry Benchmark

Savonia University's score of 26 is higher than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Savonia University's reported carbon emissions

In 2020, Savonia University reported its carbon emissions, focusing on Scope 1 and 2 emissions. The data indicates a CO2 intensity of approximately 0.097 kg CO2e per kWh for electricity sourced from Vattenfall. However, specific total emissions figures for the year were not provided. Currently, Savonia University does not have documented reduction targets or commitments under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or any other climate pledges. This absence of formal targets suggests that while the university is aware of its carbon footprint, it may not yet have established specific goals for emissions reduction. As part of the broader context, educational institutions like Savonia University are increasingly recognising the importance of sustainability and climate action, often striving to implement initiatives that align with global climate commitments.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Savonia University's primary industry is , 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. Savonia University is headquartered in FI, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Savonia University is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.

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