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The University of St Andrews, often referred to simply as St Andrews, is a prestigious institution located in St Andrews, Scotland, GB. Founded in 1413, it is the oldest university in Scotland and the third oldest in the English-speaking world, renowned for its rich history and academic excellence.
As a leader in the education services industry, St Andrews offers a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across various disciplines, including humanities, sciences, and social sciences. Its unique tutorial system fosters personalised learning, setting it apart from other institutions.
With a strong market position, the university consistently ranks among the top universities globally, celebrated for its research output and student satisfaction. Notable achievements include its commitment to sustainability and a vibrant international community, making it a sought-after destination for students worldwide.
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Industry Intensity
Low
Education Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.092
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The Education Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 18% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
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Reported emissions
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University Of St Andrews's reported carbon emissions
The University of St Andrews's latest available emissions data shows approximately 97 million kg CO2e for the year 2024. This includes Scope 1 emissions of 6.6 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of 5.9 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of 85 million kg CO2e, specifically from business travel.
In 2023, the university reported Scope 3 emissions from business travel at 85.2 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 data not disclosed for this year. For 2021, total emissions were approximately 50.3 million kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of 1.7 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of 4.4 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of 34.8 million kg CO2e, which included categories such as capital goods (7.5 million kg CO2e), business travel (123,000 kg CO2e), employee commute (9.2 million kg CO2e), purchased goods and services (17.5 million kg CO2e), and waste generated in operations (878,000 kg CO2e).
In 2020, total emissions were approximately 73.8 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 2.1 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 4.7 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 41.7 million kg CO2e. This Scope 3 breakdown included capital goods (10 million kg CO2e), business travel (4.4 million kg CO2e), employee commute (21.5 million kg CO2e), purchased goods and services (25 million kg CO2e), and waste generated in operations (744,000 kg CO2e).
For 2019, the total emissions were approximately 78.2 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 4.6 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 5.2 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 61.9 million kg CO2e. Key Scope 3 contributors were capital goods (13 million kg CO2e), business travel (5.9 million kg CO2e), employee commute (22.4 million kg CO2e), purchased goods and services (20.7 million kg CO2e), and waste generated in operations (418,000 kg CO2e).
In 2018, the total reported emissions were approximately 77 million kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of 127,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of 6.5 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of 61.8 million kg CO2e, broken down into capital goods (7.9 million kg CO2e), business travel (7.1 million kg CO2e), employee commute (22.6 million kg CO2e), purchased goods and services (23.8 million kg CO2e), and waste generated in operations (430,000 kg CO2e).
The University of St Andrews has not disclosed any specific quantifiable reduction targets, Science-Based Targets (SBTi), or participation in The Climate Pledge. All emissions data reported is directly from The University of St Andrews, with no cascaded information from parent or related organisations.
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University Of St Andrews’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Climate initiatives
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