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Bristol City Council

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.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Bristol City Council'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.

43

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Public Administration 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.

4

Industry Benchmark

Bristol City Council's score of 43 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Bristol City Council's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Bristol City Council reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,145,000 kg CO2e, comprising 3,842,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 5,303,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marked a significant reduction from 2021, where total emissions were about 10,801,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 10,801,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 4,883,000 kg CO2e. Bristol City 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 "Mission Net Zero" initiative seeks to make Bristol a sustainable and inclusive city, targeting overall carbon neutrality by 2030. Modelling estimates indicate that by 2030, the city's territorial emissions could be reduced by approximately 33% compared to 2018 levels, leaving about 1,315,592 tonnes CO2e to be addressed through their climate action plan. These commitments reflect Bristol City Council's dedication to tackling climate change and reducing its carbon footprint, aligning with broader sustainability goals.

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Scope 1
1,034,000
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Scope 2
512,000
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0,000,000
Scope 3
1,546,000
0,000,000,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Bristol City Council's primary industry is Public administration and defence services; compulsory social security services (75), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Bristol City Council is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Bristol City Council 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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