Public Profile

The Heritage Council

The Heritage Council, headquartered in Ireland (IE), is a pivotal organisation dedicated to the conservation and promotion of Ireland's rich cultural heritage. Established in 1995, the Council has played a significant role in shaping heritage policy and practice across the country, with a focus on sustainable development and community engagement. Operating primarily in the heritage and conservation sector, The Heritage Council offers a range of services, including funding for heritage projects, expert advice, and educational resources. Its unique approach combines traditional conservation methods with innovative practices, ensuring that Ireland's historical sites and landscapes are preserved for future generations. Recognised for its commitment to excellence, The Heritage Council has achieved notable milestones, including the successful implementation of various heritage initiatives and partnerships that enhance public awareness and appreciation of Ireland's diverse cultural legacy.

DitchCarbon Score

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3

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

11

Industry Benchmark

The Heritage Council's score of 3 is lower than 59% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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The Heritage Council's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, The Heritage Council reported total carbon emissions of approximately 33,133,000 kg CO2e, a significant reduction from about 39,026,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and approximately 40,680,000 kg CO2e in 2018. The emissions data primarily reflects Scope 2 emissions, with purchased electricity contributing about 11,322,000 kg CO2e in 2023, down from about 12,072,000 kg CO2e in 2022. Despite these reductions, The Heritage Council has not established specific reduction targets or climate pledges. Their commitment to addressing climate change is evident through their ongoing efforts to lower emissions, particularly in Scope 2, but further details on formal reduction initiatives or targets are not available.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. The Heritage Council's primary industry is Other services (93), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. The Heritage Council is headquartered in IE, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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The Heritage Council 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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