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Ucl

UCL, or University College London, is a prestigious institution headquartered in London, GB. Founded in 1826, it has established itself as a leader in higher education and research, consistently ranking among the top universities globally. UCL operates primarily in the education sector, offering a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across various disciplines, including science, humanities, and engineering. Renowned for its innovative research and commitment to academic excellence, UCL has achieved numerous milestones, such as being the first university in England to admit students regardless of their religion. Its core services include world-class education, cutting-edge research, and extensive community engagement, making it a unique player in the academic landscape. UCL's notable achievements and strong market position reflect its dedication to fostering knowledge and addressing global challenges.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Ucl'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.

14

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.

21

Industry Benchmark

Ucl's score of 14 is lower than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Ucl's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, UCL reported total carbon emissions of approximately 43,891,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, particularly from business travel, which accounted for about 18,461,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, UCL's emissions were approximately 33,574,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 25,501,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 7,432,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, UCL has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of documented reduction strategies suggests a need for enhanced climate commitments within the institution. UCL's emissions data highlights the importance of addressing both direct and indirect emissions to align with global climate goals.

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Scope 1
25,501,000
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Scope 2
7,432,000
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Scope 3
642,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ucl'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. Ucl is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Ucl is committed to some 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.

SBTi
CDP
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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