World Economic Forum
The World Economic Forum (WEF), headquartered in Switzerland (CH), is a renowned international organisation committed to improving the state of the world. Founded in 1971, the WEF has evolved into a pivotal platform for public-private cooperation, bringing together leaders from various sectors to address global challenges. Operating primarily in Europe, North America, and Asia, the Forum focuses on key areas such as economic development, environmental sustainability, and technological innovation. Its unique offerings include the annual meeting in Davos, which attracts influential figures and fosters dialogue on pressing issues. With a strong market position, the WEF is recognised for its thought leadership and impactful initiatives, making it a vital player in shaping global economic policies and fostering collaboration across industries.
DitchCarbon Score
How does World Economic Forum'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
Mean score of companies in the Research 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.
Industry Benchmark
World Economic Forum's score of 29 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
World Economic Forum's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, the World Economic Forum reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,625,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,983,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 3,198,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 245,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, emissions were significantly lower, with a total of about 28,000 kg CO2e, indicating a drastic reduction. In 2020, total emissions were approximately 117,609,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 684,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 983,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 115,942,000 kg CO2e. The 2019 data shows total emissions of around 133,900,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,560,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 10,523,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 121,817,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, the World Economic Forum has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or any climate pledges. The organisation's commitment to addressing climate change remains evident, but further details on their strategic goals and reduction initiatives are not available.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,560,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 10,523,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 121,817,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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World Economic Forum 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.
