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UN Sustainability Profile

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The United Nations (UN), a pivotal international organisation, is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1945, the UN has played a crucial role in promoting peace, security, and cooperation among nations. Its major operational regions span across the globe, addressing issues from humanitarian aid to sustainable development. The UN's core services include peacekeeping, conflict resolution, and the promotion of human rights, making it unique in its comprehensive approach to global challenges. Notable achievements include the establishment of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which aim to address pressing global issues by 2030. As a leader in international diplomacy, the UN continues to influence global policy and foster collaboration among member states, solidifying its position as a cornerstone of international relations.

DitchCarbon Score

How does UN'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.

26

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business 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.

29

Industry Benchmark

UN's score of 26 is lower than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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UN's reported carbon emissions

As of the latest available data, the United Nations (UN) has not reported any specific carbon emissions figures for the most recent year. Consequently, there are no absolute emissions numbers to present, including Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions. In terms of climate commitments, the UN has not outlined any specific reduction targets or initiatives in the provided data. This lack of detailed information suggests that the organisation may not have publicly available reduction strategies or commitments at this time. The UN's climate initiatives typically focus on global frameworks and agreements, such as the Paris Agreement, aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions worldwide. However, without specific data or commitments detailed in the current context, it is challenging to provide a comprehensive overview of their emissions profile or reduction efforts. Overall, the UN's role in climate action is significant, but specific emissions data and reduction targets are currently unavailable.

How Carbon Intensive is UN's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. UN's primary industry is Business Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is UN's Location?

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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 UN is in CH, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

UN's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

UN 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

Compare UN's Emissions with Industry Peers

World Health Organization

CH
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Health and social work services (85)
Updated about 1 month ago

International Monetary Fund

US
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Services auxiliary to financial intermediation (67)
Updated 18 days ago

United Nations Children's Fund

US
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Health and social work services (85)
Updated about 1 month ago

Unepfi

CH
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Membership organisation services n.e.c. (91)
Updated 3 days ago

International Organization for Migration

CH
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Health and social work services (85)
Updated about 1 month ago

United Nations Development Programme

US
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Other services (93)
Updated 8 days ago

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