University of Helsinki
The University of Helsinki, established in 1640, stands as a prestigious institution in the field of higher education, located in Finland (FI). Renowned for its comprehensive range of academic programmes, it operates primarily in the Helsinki metropolitan area, serving a diverse student body from around the globe. As a leading player in the Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools industry, the university excels in research and education across various disciplines, including humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences.
With a commitment to innovation and excellence, the University of Helsinki offers unique core services such as interdisciplinary research initiatives and international collaboration opportunities. Its notable achievements include consistently ranking among the top universities in global education rankings, reflecting its strong market position and dedication to academic excellence.
+28 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools industry has reduced its overall emissions by 26% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
University of Helsinki's reported carbon emissions
The University of Helsinki, located in FI and operating within the "Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools" industry, reported a total of approximately 55.47 million kg CO2e in 2025. This figure encompasses Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. For the same year, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 1.55 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were about 9.65 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions stood at approximately 44.27 million kg CO2e.
In 2024, the university's total emissions were approximately 51.06 million kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions accounted for about 1.97 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 for approximately 9.73 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 for roughly 39.36 million kg CO2e.
The University of Helsinki has set near-term reduction targets focused on energy and water consumption. Their objective is to achieve a 10% reduction in energy and water consumption across the buildings they use by 2025, measured against the 2014 baseline. These targets apply to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. In 2023, total emissions were approximately 49.99 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 1.60 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 13.61 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at roughly 34.78 million kg CO2e.
In 2022, total emissions were approximately 62.45 million kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were around 1.31 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were about 26.86 million kg CO2e (with purchased heat accounting for 18.03 million kg CO2e and purchased electricity for 8.83 million kg CO2e), and Scope 3 emissions were approximately 36.83 million kg CO2e (including 19.83 million kg CO2e from purchased goods and services and 7.36 million kg CO2e from business travel).
Prior to 2022, the university's reporting on specific emission scopes was less detailed, with a total of approximately 58.22 million kg CO2e reported for 2021 and 58.17 million kg CO2e for 2020. In 2019, total emissions were approximately 77.78 million kg CO2e. The university has identified missing data points for certain Scope 3 categories, including purchased goods and services, business travel, and employee commute, across various reporting years.
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University of Helsinki’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2025
10% reduction in Scope 2
Our target is that energy and water consumption in the buildings used by the University will have been reduced by 10% in 2025 from the level…
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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