Texas A&M University, often referred to as A&M or TAMU, is a prestigious public research university headquartered in College Station, Texas, USA. Established in 1876, it has evolved into one of the largest universities in the United States, renowned for its commitment to education, research, and public service. As a leader in higher education, Texas A&M offers a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programmes across various disciplines, including engineering, business, agriculture, and the sciences. Its unique blend of tradition and innovation sets it apart, fostering a vibrant academic community. With a strong emphasis on research, Texas A&M consistently ranks among the top universities for federal research funding, contributing significantly to advancements in technology and science. The university's notable achievements include being a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, reflecting its esteemed position in the academic landscape.
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In 2019, Texas A&M University reported carbon emissions of approximately 5,230 kg CO2e per weighted campus user, reflecting a slight decrease from 5,520 kg CO2e in 2018. The university's emissions data for 2017 indicates a total of 5,810 kg CO2e for Scope 1 emissions, 5,520 kg CO2e for Scope 2 emissions, and 5,230 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions, which included significant contributions from employee commuting (3,106,000 kg CO2e), purchased goods and services (1,712,000 kg CO2e), and waste generated in operations (2,761,000 kg CO2e). Despite these figures, Texas A&M University has not established specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. The emissions data is cascaded from Texas A&M University as a current subsidiary, with no additional targets reported from parent organisations or through initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The university's commitment to sustainability is evident in its ongoing efforts to monitor and report emissions, although further action may be necessary to align with industry standards for climate action and reduction targets.
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Scope 1 | 5,810 |
Scope 2 | 5,520 |
Scope 3 | 5,230 |
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Texas A&M 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.