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Bristol City Council, a prominent membership organisation based in Great Britain, has been serving the community since its establishment. Headquartered in Bristol, the council operates across the city and surrounding regions, focusing on a diverse range of services that cater to the needs of its residents.
As a key player in the membership organisation services sector, Bristol City Council is dedicated to enhancing local governance and community engagement. Its core offerings include public services, community development initiatives, and environmental management, all designed to foster a sustainable and inclusive city.
With a commitment to innovation and public welfare, Bristol City Council has achieved notable milestones in urban development and community support, solidifying its position as a leader in local governance.
36
DitchCarbon score
+9 vs industry average
Bristol City Council’s score of 36 is higher than 60% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Medium
Membership Services has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.199
20182025
The Membership Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 37% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Bristol City Council's reported carbon emissions
Bristol City Council, a UK-based membership organisation, reported Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 6,159,000 kg CO2e for 2025. This marks a decrease from 7,068,000 kg CO2e in 2024 and 7,587,000 kg CO2e in 2023. Further back, their Scope 1 and 2 emissions were around 9,129,000 kg CO2e in 2022, 9,039,000 kg CO2e in 2021, and 10,744,000 kg CO2e in 2020. In 2016, these emissions stood at approximately 18,027,000 kg CO2e. The council has not disclosed its Scope 3 emissions for these years, specifically missing data for purchased goods and services, business travel, and employee commute.
Bristol City Council is committed to achieving climate neutrality for its direct operations (Scope 1) by 2025, which is currently on track. They also aim for their indirect emissions (Scope 2) to be carbon neutral by 2030. Furthermore, the council, through its "Mission Net Zero" initiative, supports the broader Bristol One City Climate Change Strategy, which targets becoming carbon neutral and climate resilient by 2030 across all scopes.
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Bristol City Council’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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