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Education Services
US
updated 6 months ago

The University of Utah

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The University of Utah, often referred to as U of U, is a prestigious public research university located in Salt Lake City, US. Founded in 1850, it has established itself as a leader in higher education, particularly in the fields of medicine, engineering, and business. The university is renowned for its innovative research initiatives and commitment to student success, boasting a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programmes. With a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration, the University of Utah offers unique services such as its renowned health sciences centre and cutting-edge technology transfer programmes. Its strategic location in the vibrant Salt Lake City area enhances its appeal, providing students with access to a dynamic urban environment and outdoor recreational opportunities. The university consistently ranks among the top institutions in the United States, reflecting its significant contributions to academia and research.

DitchCarbon Score

How does The University of Utah'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 Education 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.

24

Industry Benchmark

The University of Utah's score of 23 is lower than 65% 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 University of Utah's reported carbon emissions

The University of Utah currently does not have available carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as indicated by the absence of specific figures. Consequently, there are no reported emissions in kg CO2e, nor are there any documented reduction targets or climate pledges at this time. The university has not inherited emissions data from any parent organisation, and there are no specific initiatives or commitments outlined in relation to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate frameworks. As such, the institution's current climate commitments and strategies remain unspecified. In the context of higher education institutions, it is increasingly common for universities to adopt ambitious climate action plans and set measurable targets for emissions reductions. However, without specific data or commitments from The University of Utah, it is challenging to provide a detailed overview of their climate impact or future goals.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. The University of Utah's primary industry is Education services (80), 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. This request for The University of Utah is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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 University of Utah is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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
Reduction Actions

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