UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), headquartered in Great Britain, is a pivotal entity in the public administration and defence services sector, specifically focusing on compulsory social security services. Established in 2018, UKRI has rapidly positioned itself as a leader in fostering research and innovation across the UK, driving advancements that benefit society and the economy.
With a commitment to funding and supporting research initiatives, UKRI operates across various regions, collaborating with universities, businesses, and government bodies. Its core services include grant funding, strategic partnerships, and the promotion of innovative practices, all aimed at enhancing the UK's research landscape. Notably, UKRI has achieved significant milestones in funding groundbreaking projects that address pressing societal challenges, solidifying its reputation as a cornerstone of the UK's research ecosystem.
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UK Research and Innovation’s score of 39 is higher 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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Industry Intensity
Public Administration has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Public Administration industry has reduced its overall emissions by 2% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
UK Research and Innovation's reported carbon emissions
UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), headquartered in Great Britain and operating within the public administration and defence services industry, has reported its carbon emissions across various scopes. For the reporting year 2025, UKRI's total emissions were approximately 89.8 million kg CO2e. This figure comprises Scope 1 emissions of about 0.54 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 33.8 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of about 55.46 million kg CO2e. In the prior year, 2024, UKRI's total emissions were approximately 89.2 million kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of around 0.74 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of about 33.7 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 54.76 million kg CO2e. For 2023, the total emissions amounted to approximately 88.7 million kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were roughly 0.33 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were approximately 28.9 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were about 59.47 million kg CO2e. In 2022, UKRI recorded total emissions of approximately 82.6 million kg CO2e. This breakdown includes Scope 1 emissions of about 0.33 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 32.5 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 49.77 million kg CO2e. A significant climate commitment for UKRI is to reduce Global Greenhouse Gas (GGC)-scope emissions by 65% and direct emissions by 30% by 2025, using 2017 as a baseline. In 2022, the target year for this initiative, the organisation had achieved a 65.0% reduction in GGC-scope emissions and a 30.0% reduction in direct emissions.
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UK Research and Innovation’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2025
30% reduction in Scope 1
reduce GGC-scope GHG emissions by 65% and direct emissions by 30% by 2025
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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