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The University of Michigan, often referred to as UM or U-M, is a prestigious institution headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA. Established in 1817, it has evolved into a leading player in the education services industry, particularly known for its comprehensive research programmes and diverse academic offerings.
With a strong presence across various operational regions, the university excels in fields such as engineering, business, and healthcare. Its unique blend of rigorous academics and innovative research has positioned it among the top universities globally. Notable achievements include consistently high rankings in national and international assessments, reflecting its commitment to excellence in education and community engagement. The University of Michigan continues to shape future leaders and drive advancements in knowledge, making it a cornerstone of higher education in the United States.
29
DitchCarbon score
+6 vs industry average
University Of Michigan’s score of 29 is higher than 58% 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
Education Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.092
20182025
The Education Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 18% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2022
202020212022
Reported emissions
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Scope 2
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University Of Michigan's reported carbon emissions
The University of Michigan's latest available emissions data for 2022 indicates a total of approximately 53.8 trillion kg CO2e. No detailed breakdown for Scope 1, Scope 2, or Scope 3 emissions is provided for this year.
The university has established several climate commitments:
- A near-term target to decrease the carbon intensity of passenger trips on U-M transportation options by 30% by 2025, compared to a 2006 baseline.
- A commitment to reduce Scope 2 emissions from purchased power to net zero by 2027.
Previous years' data from 2006 to 2021 shows varying total emissions, generally in the hundreds of millions of kg CO2e, but specific scope breakdowns are consistently unavailable in the provided data. The most recent detailed data on emission factors relates to specific food items like beef, cheese, and eggs, with associated kg CO2e values per serving, sourced from their "Bound Factsheets" in 2023.
The University of Michigan is not currently reporting cascaded emissions data from a parent organisation.
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University Of Michigan’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
No scope 3 category breakdown has been disclosed yet.
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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