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The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is a vital entity within the broader framework of international development, operating under the auspices of the United Nations. Headquartered in the United States, UNDP focuses on fostering sustainable development and reducing inequalities across diverse regions worldwide. Established in 1965, it has since become a leading organisation in the field of global development, with a presence in over 170 countries and territories.
Specialising in areas such as poverty alleviation, democratic governance, climate resilience, and crisis response, UNDP’s programmes are distinguished by their emphasis on innovative solutions and inclusive partnerships. Its core services include policy advice, capacity building, and programme implementation, making it a recognised leader in the 'Other services (93)' industry. Notable for its impactful initiatives, UNDP continues to play a crucial role in advancing sustainable development goals globally.
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Industry Intensity
Low
Other Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.200
20182025
The Other Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 37% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
202020212022202320242025202620272028
Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
United Nations Development Programme's reported carbon emissions
The United Nations Development Programme, headquartered in the US and operating in "Other services (93)", reported its Scope 3 emissions for 2025 as approximately 66,089,000 kg CO2e. This follows a trend of increasing Scope 3 emissions, with about 57,922,000 kg CO2e in 2024, approximately 50,764,000 kg CO2e in 2023, around 44,491,000 kg CO2e in 2022, and roughly 38,993,000 kg CO2e in 2021. For 2020, Scope 3 emissions were approximately 34,174,000 kg CO2e, and in 2019, they were about 29,951,000 kg CO2e. In 2018, Scope 3 emissions were around 26,250,000 kg CO2e.
In 2017, the organisation disclosed Scope 1 emissions of approximately 22,432,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 44,863,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 772,023,000 kg CO2e. Within its 2017 Scope 3 emissions, purchased goods and services accounted for roughly 20,018,000 kg CO2e.
The United Nations Development Programme does not currently have publicly disclosed reduction targets or commitments such as Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) targets or a climate pledge.
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United Nations Development Programme’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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