The University of Padua, officially known as Università degli Studi di Padova, is a prestigious institution located in Padua, Italy. Founded in 1222, it is one of the world's oldest universities, renowned for its rich history and academic excellence. The university operates primarily in the fields of education, research, and innovation, offering a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across various disciplines. With a strong emphasis on research, the University of Padua has achieved notable milestones, including significant contributions to the fields of science, medicine, and humanities. Its unique approach to interdisciplinary studies and collaboration with international institutions positions it as a leader in higher education. The university consistently ranks among the top universities in Italy and Europe, reflecting its commitment to academic rigor and societal impact.
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In 2023, the University of Padua reported total carbon emissions of approximately 65,984,000 kg CO2e. This marks an increase from 2022, where emissions were about 64,060,000 kg CO2e, and from 2021, which recorded approximately 61,703,000 kg CO2e. The university's emissions data includes Scope 1 emissions, specifically fugitive emissions of about 327,000 kg CO2e in 2019, alongside Scope 3 emissions from employee commuting and waste generated in operations. The University of Padua has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its emissions by at least 55% by 2030. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions and is part of a broader energy plan that also seeks to increase the share of renewable energy to at least 40% of total energy consumption and reduce final energy consumption by 36% by the same year. The university's long-term strategy includes the establishment of a greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions inventory, developed in collaboration with the Centre for Quality Environment Studies, to monitor and manage its emissions effectively. These initiatives reflect the university's commitment to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change.
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2018 | 2019 | |
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Scope 1 | 337,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | - |
Scope 3 | 10,026,000 | 00,000,000 |
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University of Padua is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.