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The University of Antwerp, a prominent institution in Belgium (BE), has established itself as a leader in the field of higher education and research since its founding in 2003. Located in the vibrant city of Antwerp, the university serves a diverse student body and operates across various regions, contributing significantly to the academic landscape.
Specialising in a wide array of disciplines, the University of Antwerp excels in areas such as social sciences, humanities, and natural sciences. Its commitment to innovative research and interdisciplinary collaboration sets it apart from other institutions. The university has achieved notable recognition for its contributions to sustainable development and social impact, positioning itself as a key player in the global academic community. With a focus on quality education and research excellence, the University of Antwerp continues to shape the future of higher education in Belgium and beyond.
33
DitchCarbon score
+8 vs industry average
University of Antwerp’s score of 33 is higher than 60% 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
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
Reported emissions
No reported emissions data is available for University of Antwerp yet.
University of Antwerp's reported carbon emissions
The University of Antwerp, headquartered in Belgium, reported several emission categories for 2023. These included approximately 2,674,000 kg CO2e from staff air travel, 4,130,000 kg CO2e from renovations and new construction, 5,429,000 kg CO2e from natural gas combustion, and 240,000 kg CO2e from food-related emissions. The scopes for these emissions were not specified in the provided data.
The University of Antwerp is committed to achieving climate neutrality by 2030, targeting an effective emission reduction of at least 55% compared to 2018. This commitment covers all scopes of emissions and includes a near-term net-zero target. Furthermore, the university aims to be fossil-free by 2050, focusing on climate adaptation and sustainable investment portfolio management, guided by principles of climate justice.
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University of Antwerp’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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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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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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