The Tate Gallery, commonly referred to as Tate, is a renowned institution headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1897, it has evolved into a leading player in the art industry, with major locations including Tate Modern and Tate Britain in London, as well as Tate Liverpool and Tate St Ives. The gallery is dedicated to promoting British and international modern and contemporary art, showcasing a diverse collection that spans various mediums and movements. Tate's unique offerings include exhibitions, educational programmes, and extensive research initiatives, making it a pivotal cultural hub. Notable achievements include its status as one of the most visited art institutions in the world, reflecting its significant market position. With a commitment to accessibility and innovation, Tate continues to inspire and engage audiences, solidifying its role as a cornerstone of the global art community.
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In 2024, The Tate Gallery reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,773,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 2 emissions of about 3,141,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 1,036,000 kg CO2e, with no data available for Scope 1 emissions. In 2023, the gallery's total emissions were about 8,440,000 kg CO2e, comprising 3,067,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 4,321,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,052,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The Tate Gallery has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a lack of formal commitments to reduce emissions at this time. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all figures are reported directly from The Tate Gallery. The gallery continues to monitor its carbon footprint as part of its operational practices.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | 5,486,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 627,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
The Tate Gallery's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 2% last year and increased by approximately 65% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Business Travel" being the largest emissions source at 58% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
The Tate Gallery has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

