The Welsh Government, also known as Llywodraeth Cymru, is the devolved government for Wales, headquartered in Cardiff, GB. Established in 1999, it has played a pivotal role in shaping policies across various sectors, including health, education, and the economy. With a focus on sustainable development and social justice, the Welsh Government implements core services such as public health initiatives, educational reforms, and economic support programmes. Its unique approach to governance emphasises collaboration with local communities and stakeholders, ensuring that policies reflect the needs of the Welsh populace. Recognised for its commitment to environmental sustainability, the Welsh Government has achieved notable milestones, including ambitious targets for carbon reduction. As a leader in the public sector, it continues to influence regional development and enhance the quality of life for its citizens.
How does Welsh Government'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.
Mean score of companies in the Other 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.
Welsh Government's score of 39 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, the Welsh Government reported carbon emissions of approximately 5,694,600 kg CO2e across all scopes, with specific contributions of 1,197,300 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 425,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 5,694,600 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The Scope 1 emissions primarily stem from mobile combustion (1,130,900 kg CO2e) and stationary combustion (62,700 kg CO2e). For 2023, the emissions were about 4,476,800 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,228,600 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 405,400 kg CO2e. The Welsh Government has set ambitious targets to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, with immediate goals including ensuring that all new cars and light goods vehicles in the public sector fleet are ultra-low emission by 2025. The Welsh Government is actively working to develop net-zero skills across Wales, recognising the growing demand for such expertise as part of their long-term climate strategy. This commitment reflects their dedication to reducing carbon emissions and fostering sustainable practices within the region. No emissions data has been cascaded from a parent organization, indicating that the Welsh Government's emissions data is independently reported.
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| 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 140,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Welsh Government has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
