UNRISD
The United Nations Research Institute for Social Development (UNRISD), headquartered in Switzerland (CH), is a leading research institution dedicated to the study of social development and its intersection with economic and environmental issues. Founded in 1963, UNRISD has established itself as a pivotal player in the field, focusing on innovative research that informs policy and practice across various global contexts. With a strong emphasis on social justice, UNRISD conducts interdisciplinary research that addresses pressing challenges such as inequality, social protection, and sustainable development. Its unique approach combines empirical analysis with theoretical insights, making its findings invaluable for policymakers, scholars, and practitioners alike. Over the years, UNRISD has achieved notable recognition for its contributions to the global discourse on social development, positioning itself as a trusted source of knowledge and expertise in the industry.
DitchCarbon Score
How does UNRISD'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
UNRISD's score of 26 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
UNRISD's reported carbon emissions
As of the latest available data, UNRISD's carbon emissions for the year 2017 totalled approximately 122,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 emissions and about 246 kg CO2e for Scope 2 emissions. Over the years, emissions have shown some fluctuations, with Scope 1 emissions peaking at about 128,000,000 kg CO2e in 2011 and declining to the 2017 figure. Scope 2 emissions have also varied slightly, with a maximum of approximately 249 kg CO2e recorded in 2015. Despite these emissions figures, UNRISD currently does not have any documented reduction targets or commitments under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or any specific climate pledges. This indicates a potential area for improvement in their climate strategy, as setting measurable reduction targets is crucial for effective climate action. Overall, while UNRISD has made strides in tracking its emissions, the absence of formal reduction initiatives highlights the need for a more robust commitment to climate action moving forward.
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Add to project| 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 126,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 210 | 000 | 000 | 000 | 000 | 000 | 000 | 000 | 000 | 000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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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.
UNRISD is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
