Welsh Rugby Union Limited
Welsh Rugby Union Limited (WRU), commonly referred to as Welsh Rugby, is the governing body for rugby union in Wales. Headquartered in Great Britain, the organisation oversees the development, promotion, and regulation of rugby union across Wales, with a significant presence in the sport’s recreational, cultural, and sporting sectors. Established in 1881, the WRU has a long-standing history of fostering rugby talent and supporting national teams, including the renowned Wales national rugby union team.
The WRU’s core activities include organising domestic competitions, managing national teams, and promoting rugby at grassroots levels. Its commitment to excellence has helped Wales achieve notable success on the international stage, making it a prominent figure within the global rugby community. As a leader in recreational and sporting services, the WRU continues to shape the future of rugby union in Wales.
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Industry Intensity
Recreation and Sports Services has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Recreation and Sports Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 32% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Welsh Rugby Union Limited's reported carbon emissions
Welsh Rugby Union Limited (WRU), operating in the recreational, cultural, and sporting services sector from its GB headquarters, reported its carbon emissions for the fiscal year ending in 2024 as approximately 2,027,000 kg CO2e. This total includes Scope 1 emissions of approximately 772,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,189,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for the same period were approximately 66,000 kg CO2e.
For the fiscal year ending in 2023, WRU's total reported emissions were approximately 2,320,000 kg CO2e. This comprised Scope 1 emissions of approximately 838,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,234,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 248,000 kg CO2e.
The available data does not detail specific reduction targets or achievements for Welsh Rugby Union Limited. In 2020, WRU had no disclosed emissions data. While WRU has disclosed data for scopes 1, 2, and 3 in recent years, it notes missing data points in several Scope 3 categories, including purchased goods and services, business travel, and employee commute.
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Welsh Rugby Union Limited’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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