Zero Waste Scotland
Zero Waste Scotland, headquartered in Great Britain, is a pioneering organisation dedicated to promoting sustainable waste management and resource efficiency. Founded in 2013, it has established itself as a leader in the circular economy sector, focusing on reducing waste and encouraging recycling across Scotland and beyond. The organisation offers a range of services, including expert guidance on waste reduction strategies, community engagement initiatives, and support for businesses aiming to adopt sustainable practices. Its unique approach combines education, innovation, and collaboration, making it a vital player in Scotland's environmental landscape. With notable achievements such as the successful implementation of various waste reduction programmes, Zero Waste Scotland continues to influence policy and inspire communities, positioning itself as a key advocate for a greener future.
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Zero Waste Scotland's score of 3 is lower than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Zero Waste Scotland's reported carbon emissions
As of the latest available data, Zero Waste Scotland reported significant carbon emissions in 2017, totalling approximately 10,592,000,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 5,814,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 4,778,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 10,593,000,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions were primarily driven by purchased goods and services, contributing about 1,890,200,000 kg CO2e, and waste generated in operations, which accounted for approximately 1,252,400,000 kg CO2e. In 2018, emissions remained relatively stable, with total emissions of about 10,593,000,000 kg CO2e, including Scope 1 emissions of approximately 5,867,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of around 4,778,000,000 kg CO2e. The slight increase in Scope 3 emissions to about 10,593,000,000 kg CO2e indicates a need for ongoing efforts to reduce carbon footprints. Despite these figures, Zero Waste Scotland has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon emissions. Their commitment to sustainability and climate action is evident, but further details on specific strategies or pledges are not available. The organisation continues to focus on reducing the carbon intensity of Scottish waste, which was reported at approximately 2,600 kg CO2e per tonne in previous years.
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Add to project| 2017 | 2018 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 5,814,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,778,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 10,592,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Zero Waste Scotland 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.
