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US
updated 6 months ago

University of Wisconsin-Madison

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The University of Wisconsin-Madison, often referred to as UW-Madison, is a prestigious public research university located in Madison, Wisconsin, USA. Founded in 1848, it has established itself as a leader in higher education, renowned for its commitment to research, innovation, and community engagement. As a prominent institution in the education sector, UW-Madison offers a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programmes across various disciplines, including the sciences, humanities, and engineering. Its unique blend of rigorous academic standards and a vibrant campus culture positions it as a top choice for students globally. With notable achievements such as being consistently ranked among the top public universities in the United States, UW-Madison continues to make significant contributions to research and public service, solidifying its reputation as a cornerstone of academic excellence.

DitchCarbon Score

How does University of Wisconsin-Madison'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.

23

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Computer 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.

26

Industry Benchmark

University of Wisconsin-Madison's score of 23 is lower than 67% 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 Wisconsin-Madison's reported carbon emissions

The University of Wisconsin-Madison currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year, as indicated by the absence of reported figures. Additionally, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges outlined in their initiatives. It is important to note that the University of Wisconsin-Madison is a current subsidiary and inherits its emissions data and climate commitments from its parent organisation. However, specific details regarding these inherited emissions or commitments are not provided. As a part of the broader climate action landscape, the University of Wisconsin-Madison is expected to align with industry standards and best practices in sustainability, although specific initiatives or targets have not been disclosed at this time.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. University of Wisconsin-Madison's primary industry is Computer and related services (72), 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 Wisconsin-Madison is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

University of Wisconsin-Madison 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
Reduction Actions

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