Texas A&M University
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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Texas A&M University's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Texas A&M University reported a significant focus on sustainability, particularly in its athletics sector, with an energy use intensity of approximately 0.0425 kg CO2e per square foot. This figure reflects the university's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific total emissions data for Scope 1, 2, and 3 are not disclosed. Looking ahead, the university aims to further enhance its sustainability efforts, as indicated by a gradual decrease in energy use intensity projected for 2024 and 2025, with values of about 0.0404 kg CO2e and 0.0372 kg CO2e per square foot, respectively. However, Texas A&M has not set formal reduction targets or climate pledges as part of its strategy. Overall, while Texas A&M University is actively working towards improving its energy efficiency and reducing emissions in its athletic programmes, detailed emissions data and specific reduction commitments remain unspecified.
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Texas A&M University 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.
