The European Organization for Nuclear Research
The European Organization for Nuclear Research, commonly known as CERN, is a leading research institution headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1954, CERN has become a cornerstone of the particle physics community, operating major facilities across Europe. The organisation is renowned for its groundbreaking work in high-energy physics, particularly through its flagship project, the Large Hadron Collider (LHC), which has made significant contributions to our understanding of fundamental particles. CERN's core services include advanced particle acceleration and experimentation, enabling scientists to explore the fundamental constituents of matter. Its unique collaborative environment fosters innovation and attracts researchers from around the globe. With numerous accolades, including the discovery of the Higgs boson in 2012, CERN maintains a prominent position in the global scientific landscape, driving advancements in both theoretical and applied physics.
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The European Organization for Nuclear Research's reported carbon emissions
In 2020, The European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 98,997,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 9,247,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 1,868,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The Scope 3 emissions included significant contributions from employee commuting (1,868,000 kg CO2e) and business travel (619,000 kg CO2e). In 2019, CERN's emissions were approximately 78,169,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 10,672,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 12,098,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, indicating a notable increase in Scope 3 emissions year-on-year. CERN has not established specific reduction targets or climate pledges, nor does it report any initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The organisation's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent company, indicating that all reported figures are independently sourced. CERN's commitment to addressing climate change is evident through its emissions reporting, although further details on reduction strategies or future commitments are currently unavailable.
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| 2019 | 2020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 78,169,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 10,672,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 12,098,000 | 0,000,000 |
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