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Established in 1819 by Thomas Jefferson, the University of Virginia (UVA) is a distinguished public institution of higher education and research, with its main campus located in Charlottesville, Virginia, USA. As a premier academic entity, UVA is deeply committed to its mission of advancing human knowledge and developing future leaders.
UVA provides a comprehensive suite of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, alongside cutting-edge research across diverse fields and world-class patient care via UVA Health. Its unique blend of Jeffersonian legacy, academic rigour, and a steadfast commitment to public service firmly establishes its position as a globally recognised, leading research university.
33
DitchCarbon score
-3 vs industry average
University of Virginia’s score of 33 is higher than 50% 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
Very Low
Business Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.146
20182025
The Business Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 25% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
2020202120222023202420252026
Reported emissions
Scope 1
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 2
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 3
•••kg CO₂e
Total reported
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
University of Virginia's reported carbon emissions
University of Virginia reported its Scope 1 and 2 emissions for 2023 as approximately 160,576,000 kg CO2e. This represents a 44.8% reduction in these emissions over 13 years, from 2010 when they were approximately 291,117,000 kg CO2e. The University has a goal to be carbon neutral by 2030 and fossil fuel-free by 2050, covering all scopes of emissions.
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University of Virginia’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.
Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Not active
Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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University of Virginia10 months ago
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