Stanford University
Stanford University, often referred to simply as Stanford, is a prestigious private research institution located in Stanford, California, US. Founded in 1885, it has established itself as a leader in higher education and research, consistently ranking among the top universities globally. The university operates primarily in the fields of education, research, and innovation, with a strong emphasis on science, technology, engineering, and the humanities. Stanford is renowned for its cutting-edge research facilities and a collaborative environment that fosters creativity and entrepreneurship. Notable achievements include its significant contributions to Silicon Valley's development and its extensive alumni network, which includes numerous Nobel laureates and industry leaders. With a commitment to academic excellence and a focus on interdisciplinary studies, Stanford University continues to shape the future of education and research on a global scale.
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Stanford University's score of 25 is lower than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Stanford University's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Stanford University reported total carbon emissions of approximately 47,500,000 kg CO2e, encompassing Scope 1 and 2 emissions. This figure represents a significant reduction from 62,239,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and 62,658,000 kg CO2e in 2020, indicating a downward trend in emissions over recent years. Despite these reductions, Stanford has not disclosed specific targets for further emissions reductions or commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The university's climate strategy appears to focus on operational sustainability metrics, but lacks detailed public commitments or initiatives aimed at achieving net-zero emissions or other long-term climate goals. Overall, while Stanford University has made strides in reducing its carbon footprint, the absence of formal reduction targets or commitments suggests a need for more robust climate action plans to align with global sustainability efforts.
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Stanford University 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.
