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West Midlands Combined Authority

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The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA), headquartered in Great Britain, is a pivotal organisation in the UK’s transport and economic development sectors. Established in 2016, the WMCA plays a crucial role in enhancing the region's infrastructure, driving economic growth, and improving public transport services across the West Midlands. Focusing on key areas such as transport, housing, and skills development, the WMCA aims to create a more connected and prosperous region. Its unique approach combines strategic planning with local insights, ensuring that initiatives are tailored to the needs of communities. Notable achievements include significant investments in transport projects and a commitment to sustainable development, positioning the WMCA as a leader in regional governance and economic strategy.

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29

Industry Average

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24

Industry Benchmark

West Midlands Combined Authority's score of 29 is higher than 60% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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West Midlands Combined Authority's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 58,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 39,362,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 6,755,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 41,384,000 kg CO2e, which includes downstream transportation and distribution emissions of about 2,473,000 kg CO2e. Currently, WMCA has not set specific reduction targets or commitments under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The authority's emissions data is self-reported and not cascaded from any parent organization, ensuring that the figures reflect their direct operations and activities. As part of their climate strategy, WMCA is focused on initiatives that promote a circular economy, as outlined in their Circular Economy Routemap. This approach aims to enhance sustainability and reduce overall carbon footprints across the region.

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2022
Scope 1
39,362,000
Scope 2
6,755,000
Scope 3
41,384,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. West Midlands Combined Authority's primary industry is Public administration and defence services; compulsory social security services (75), 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 West Midlands Combined Authority is in GB, 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.

West Midlands Combined Authority 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
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