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University Of Stirling

The University of Stirling, a prominent institution in higher education, is headquartered in Stirling, Scotland, GB. Founded in 1967, it has established itself as a leader in various academic fields, including arts, humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences. The university is renowned for its commitment to research excellence and innovative teaching methods, offering a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. With a picturesque campus and a strong emphasis on student experience, the University of Stirling stands out for its unique blend of academic rigor and supportive community. It has achieved notable recognition in national rankings, reflecting its strong market position within the UK education sector. The university continues to foster a culture of inclusivity and academic achievement, making it a preferred choice for students from around the globe.

DitchCarbon Score

How does University Of Stirling's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Education Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

University Of Stirling's score of 23 is lower than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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University Of Stirling's reported carbon emissions

In 2018, the University of Stirling reported total carbon emissions of approximately 11,171,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 9,188,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 1,680,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 303,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, the university has seen a gradual decrease in emissions, with a total of about 11,321,000 kg CO2e in 2017 and approximately 11,990,000 kg CO2e in 2016. Despite these reductions, the university has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The university's emissions data reflects a commitment to transparency in reporting, but further details on strategic climate commitments or future reduction goals are not available.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. University Of Stirling's primary industry is Education services (80), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for University Of Stirling is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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University Of Stirling 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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