Scottish Government
The Scottish Government, headquartered in Great Britain, serves as the devolved government for Scotland, overseeing a range of public services and policies since its establishment in 1999. With a focus on key operational regions across Scotland, it plays a pivotal role in areas such as health, education, justice, and economic development. The Scottish Government is dedicated to promoting sustainable growth and social justice, offering unique services that cater to the diverse needs of its citizens. Notable achievements include significant advancements in public health and education reform, positioning it as a leader in devolved governance. Through its commitment to transparency and community engagement, the Scottish Government continues to shape the future of Scotland, ensuring that it meets the aspirations of its people.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Scottish Government'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.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Public Administration 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.
Industry Benchmark
Scottish Government's score of 23 is lower than 63% 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 Government's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, the Scottish Government reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,238,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 2,231,000 kg CO2e. Notably, there is no reported data for Scope 2 or Scope 3 emissions. Currently, the Scottish Government has not established specific reduction targets or commitments under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. This indicates a potential area for future development in their climate strategy. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, ensuring that the figures reflect the Scottish Government's direct impact. As the government continues to address climate change, further initiatives and commitments may emerge to enhance their sustainability efforts.
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| 2021 | |
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| Scope 1 | 2,231,000 |
| Scope 2 | - |
| Scope 3 | - |
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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 Government 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.
