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UC Berkeley

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The University of California, Berkeley, commonly referred to as UC Berkeley, is a prestigious public research university located in Berkeley, California, USA. Founded in 1868, it has established itself as a leader in higher education, renowned for its rigorous academic programmes and groundbreaking research across various disciplines. UC Berkeley operates primarily in the education sector, offering a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, with notable strengths in the sciences, engineering, and humanities. The university is celebrated for its commitment to innovation, producing numerous Nobel laureates and influential alumni who have made significant contributions to society. With a strong emphasis on research and public service, UC Berkeley consistently ranks among the top universities globally, making it a pivotal institution in shaping future leaders and advancing knowledge. Its unique blend of academic excellence and social impact solidifies its position as a cornerstone of higher education in the United States.

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How does UC Berkeley'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.

39

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

UC Berkeley's score of 39 is higher than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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UC Berkeley's reported carbon emissions

In 2015, UC Berkeley reported total carbon emissions of approximately 153,460,000 kg CO2e, comprising 12,097,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 97,276,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 44,087,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This marked an increase from 2013, when emissions were about 142,928,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 13,868,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 94,116,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 34,944,000 kg CO2e. UC Berkeley is committed to achieving carbon neutrality from building energy use and fleet vehicle operations by 2025, targeting an overall reduction of about 80%, equating to approximately 118,000 metric tons CO2e. This commitment is part of the broader University of California System initiative, which aims for net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. The university's plans include significant reductions in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, with a focus on sustainable practices and energy efficiency. The emissions data for UC Berkeley is cascaded from the University of California Berkeley, reflecting its status as a current subsidiary within the University of California System. The university's climate commitments align with industry standards and demonstrate a proactive approach to addressing climate change.

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10,635,000
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Scope 2
89,329,000
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Scope 3
48,991,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. UC Berkeley's primary industry is Education services (80), which is very 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. This request for UC Berkeley 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.

UC Berkeley 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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