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WORLD VISION UK

World Vision UK, a prominent branch of the global humanitarian organisation, is headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1950, it has established itself as a leader in the non-profit sector, focusing on child welfare, community development, and emergency relief. With operational regions spanning Africa, Asia, and the Middle East, World Vision UK is dedicated to tackling poverty and injustice through sustainable solutions. The organisation offers a range of services, including child sponsorship, education initiatives, and health programmes, all designed to empower vulnerable communities. Its unique approach combines local partnerships with global expertise, ensuring impactful and lasting change. Recognised for its commitment to transparency and effectiveness, World Vision UK continues to make significant strides in improving the lives of millions, solidifying its position as a trusted name in humanitarian aid.

DitchCarbon Score

How does WORLD VISION UK'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.

10

Industry Average

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.

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Industry Benchmark

WORLD VISION UK's score of 10 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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WORLD VISION UK's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, World Vision UK reported total carbon emissions of approximately 354,730 kg CO2e, with all emissions classified under Scope 1. This marks a significant increase from 2022, where emissions were about 179,391 kg CO2e, primarily from Scope 1 and Scope 3, the latter contributing approximately 127,057,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, the organisation's total emissions were reported at about 91,479 kg CO2e, while in 2019, World Vision UK's emissions peaked at approximately 862,288,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 74,528,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 79,007,000 kg CO2e, and a substantial Scope 3 contribution of approximately 708,752,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, World Vision UK has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, indicating a need for further clarity on their climate commitments. The organisation's emissions data reflects a complex landscape of carbon output, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and potential future commitments to reduce their carbon footprint.

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Scope 1
74,528,000
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Scope 2
79,007,000
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Scope 3
708,752,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. WORLD VISION UK's primary industry is Other services (93), which is 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. WORLD VISION UK is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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WORLD VISION UK 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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