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West Midlands Combined Authority

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.

DitchCarbon Score

How does West Midlands Combined Authority'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.

9

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Public Administration 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.

7

Industry Benchmark

West Midlands Combined Authority's score of 9 is higher than 88% 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 reported total carbon emissions of approximately 39,362,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 6,755,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 41,384,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions included about 2,473,000 kg CO2e attributed to downstream transportation and distribution. Despite the significant emissions figures, there are currently no documented reduction targets or climate pledges in place. The authority's commitment to addressing climate change remains unclear, highlighting a potential area for future development in their environmental strategy.

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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 low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. West Midlands Combined Authority is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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West Midlands Combined Authority 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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