Public Profile

Scottish Funding Council

The Scottish Funding Council (SFC), headquartered in Great Britain, plays a pivotal role in the education and research sectors of Scotland. Established in 2005, the SFC is dedicated to funding and supporting higher education institutions, colleges, and research initiatives across the region. With a focus on enhancing the quality of education and fostering innovation, the SFC allocates resources to ensure that Scotland remains a leader in academic excellence. The Council's core services include strategic funding, policy development, and performance assessment, all aimed at driving growth and sustainability within the Scottish education landscape. Notable achievements include significant investments in research and development, which have positioned Scotland as a hub for academic and technological advancement. Through its commitment to collaboration and excellence, the Scottish Funding Council continues to shape the future of education in Scotland.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Scottish Funding Council's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

23

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Membership Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

20

Industry Benchmark

Scottish Funding Council's score of 23 is higher than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Scottish Funding Council's reported carbon emissions

The Scottish Funding Council (SFC) is committed to addressing climate change, although specific carbon emissions data is currently unavailable. The organisation has not outlined any formal reduction targets or initiatives in its climate commitments. However, it is essential to note that the SFC operates within the broader context of the UK's climate goals, which aim for significant reductions in carbon emissions across various sectors. As the SFC continues to develop its strategies, it is expected to align with industry standards and best practices in climate action.

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Scottish Funding Council's primary industry is Membership organisation services n.e.c. (91), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Scottish Funding Council is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Scottish Funding Council 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.

SBTi
CDP
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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