Scottish Rugby Limited, often referred to simply as Scottish Rugby, is the governing body for rugby union in Scotland, headquartered in Edinburgh, GB. Established in 1873, the organisation has played a pivotal role in the development of the sport, overseeing both professional and amateur levels across the nation. Scottish Rugby is renowned for its commitment to promoting rugby at all levels, from grassroots initiatives to elite competitions, including the Scottish national teams and the professional clubs in the United Rugby Championship. The organisation's unique focus on community engagement and player development sets it apart in the sports industry. With a rich history and significant achievements, including hosting the Rugby World Cup and producing world-class players, Scottish Rugby continues to maintain a strong market position, fostering a vibrant rugby culture throughout Scotland.
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Scottish Rugby Limited's score of 28 is higher than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Scottish Rugby Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,605,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 466,000 kg CO2e, primarily from stationary combustion (345,000 kg CO2e), and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 929,000 kg CO2e, mainly from purchased electricity (925,000 kg CO2e). Additionally, Scope 3 emissions were recorded at about 210,000 kg CO2e, with business travel contributing 314,000 kg CO2e. Scottish Rugby Limited has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further development in their sustainability strategy. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that the figures are solely representative of Scottish Rugby Limited's operations. Overall, while the organisation has made strides in measuring its carbon footprint, it currently lacks formal commitments to reduce emissions, highlighting an area for potential improvement in their climate strategy.
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|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 466,000  | 
| Scope 2 | 929,000  | 
| Scope 3 | 210,000  | 
Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 13% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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.
Scottish Rugby Limited 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.
