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Unctad

The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) is a pivotal intergovernmental organisation headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland (CH). Established in 1964, UNCTAD plays a crucial role in promoting sustainable development through trade, investment, and technology. With a focus on developing countries, it operates across various regions, providing valuable insights and policy guidance. UNCTAD's core services include research, capacity-building, and technical assistance, aimed at enhancing the economic prospects of nations. Its unique approach combines economic analysis with practical solutions, making it a trusted partner for governments and stakeholders. Notable achievements include its influential reports on global trade trends and the facilitation of international dialogue on trade and development issues. As a leader in the field, UNCTAD continues to shape policies that foster inclusive economic growth worldwide.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Unctad'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.

17

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Unctad's score of 17 is lower than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Unctad's reported carbon emissions

In 2018, UNCTAD reported total carbon emissions of approximately 86,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3, alongside about 54,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and approximately 423,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This data indicates a slight decrease in emissions from 2017, where Scope 3 emissions were about 80,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 1 emissions were around 56,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 435,000 kg CO2e. UNCTAD has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or commitments as part of their climate initiatives. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further clarity on their long-term climate strategy. The organisation's headquarters is located in Switzerland (CH), and it operates within a global context, contributing to discussions on sustainable development and climate action.

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Scope 1
110,736,000,000,000
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Scope 2
1,230,000,000,000
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Scope 3
83,029,000,000,000.02
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Unctad's primary industry is , 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. Unctad is headquartered in CH, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

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.

Unctad is not committed to any 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.

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

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