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York University

York University, a prominent institution in higher education, is headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Established in 1959, it has grown to become one of the largest universities in the country, renowned for its diverse academic offerings and innovative research initiatives. The university operates primarily in the Greater Toronto Area, serving a vibrant student population across various disciplines. York University is distinguished by its commitment to interdisciplinary studies, social justice, and sustainability, offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Its unique approach to education fosters critical thinking and real-world application, positioning it as a leader in the Canadian academic landscape. Notable achievements include its recognition for research excellence and a strong emphasis on community engagement, making York University a key player in shaping future leaders and thinkers.

DitchCarbon Score

How does York University'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.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Education 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.

24

Industry Benchmark

York University's score of 23 is lower than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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York University's reported carbon emissions

York University, located in Canada, currently does not have publicly available data on its carbon emissions, as no specific emissions figures have been provided. Additionally, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges outlined in the available information. This absence of data suggests that the university may still be in the early stages of formalising its climate commitments or reporting its emissions. In the context of higher education institutions, it is increasingly important for universities to establish clear climate action plans and set measurable targets to reduce their carbon footprint. As the global focus on sustainability intensifies, York University may benefit from developing and communicating its strategies for addressing climate change and reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the future.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. York University's primary industry is Education services (80), 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 York University is in CA, 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.

York University 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
Reduction Actions

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