Bristol City Council, the local authority for the city of Bristol in Great Britain, plays a pivotal role in the governance and development of the region. Established in the early 20th century, the council has evolved to address the diverse needs of its community, focusing on areas such as education, housing, and environmental sustainability.
Headquartered in Bristol, the council oversees a range of services that enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors alike. Its core offerings include urban planning, waste management, and public health initiatives, all designed to foster a vibrant and sustainable city. Notably, Bristol City Council has received recognition for its innovative approaches to green initiatives and community engagement, solidifying its position as a leader in local governance.
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Bristol City Council’s score of 36 is higher than 63% 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
Public Administration has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Public Administration industry has reduced its overall emissions by 2% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Bristol City Council's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Bristol City Council reported approximately 7,209,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 and 2 emissions. This marks a decrease from 2023, where emissions were about 7,587,000 kg CO2e. The council has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality in its direct operations (Scope 1) by 2025 and for indirect emissions (Scope 2) by 2030. Additionally, the council's broader initiative, "Mission Net Zero," seeks to make Bristol a sustainable and inclusive city, targeting overall carbon neutrality by 2030. Bristol City Council's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, ensuring that their climate commitments and performance are independently reported. The council's strategic plans include a projected reduction of approximately 33% in territorial emissions by 2030 compared to 2018 levels, which would leave about 1,315,592 tonnes CO2e to be addressed through their climate action initiatives.
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Bristol City Council’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
Mission Net Zero is our ambitious project supported by fundi…
Mission Net Zero is our ambitious project supported by funding from Innovate UK to make Bristol a more sustainable and inclusive city and su…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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