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The Shaw Trust Ltd

The Shaw Trust Ltd, a prominent charity based in Great Britain, has been a leader in the social enterprise sector since its establishment in 1982. With its headquarters located in the heart of the UK, Shaw Trust operates across various regions, providing essential services aimed at enhancing the lives of individuals facing barriers to employment and education. Specialising in employment support, training, and health services, Shaw Trust is dedicated to empowering people to achieve their potential. Its unique approach combines tailored support with a commitment to social impact, making it a trusted partner for both individuals and organisations. Over the years, Shaw Trust has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its position as a key player in the charity sector, recognised for its innovative solutions and dedication to social inclusion.

DitchCarbon Score

How does The Shaw Trust Ltd's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

23

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

The Shaw Trust Ltd's score of 23 is higher than 52% 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 Shaw Trust Ltd's reported carbon emissions

In 2021, The Shaw Trust Ltd reported a carbon intensity of approximately 7.86 kg CO2e per participant, although specific total emissions figures were not disclosed. The organisation has not provided data on Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions, nor have they set formal reduction targets or climate pledges. This lack of detailed emissions data highlights an opportunity for The Shaw Trust to enhance transparency and accountability in their climate commitments. As a key player in the sector, establishing clear reduction initiatives could significantly contribute to their sustainability goals and align with industry standards for climate action.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. The Shaw Trust Ltd's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Shaw Trust Ltd is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

The Shaw Trust Ltd 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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