City Of London
City of London Corporation, often referred to simply as the City of London, is a pivotal institution headquartered in Great Britain. Established in the 12th century, it has evolved into a key player in the financial services industry, overseeing the Square Mile, which is renowned as a global financial hub. The Corporation's primary focus areas include governance, economic development, and the promotion of the City as a leading business destination. Its unique blend of historical significance and modern innovation sets it apart, offering services that range from regulatory oversight to community engagement initiatives. With a rich heritage and a commitment to fostering a thriving business environment, the City of London Corporation continues to maintain a strong market position, contributing significantly to the UK economy and attracting international investment.
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City Of London's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, the City of London reported total carbon emissions of approximately 101,532,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,976,000 kg CO2e, which comprises mobile combustion (642,000 kg CO2e) and fugitive emissions (1,352,000 kg CO2e). Additionally, Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity and steam accounted for approximately 14,000,000 kg CO2e (12,829,000 kg CO2e from electricity and 1,719,000 kg CO2e from steam). Comparatively, emissions in 2022 were about 108,055,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction of approximately 6,523,000 kg CO2e year-on-year. The City has shown a consistent decrease in emissions from 2019, when total emissions were approximately 132,380,000 kg CO2e. Despite these reductions, the City of London has not disclosed specific reduction targets or commitments under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The focus remains on ongoing initiatives to enhance sustainability and reduce carbon footprints across various sectors, including educational buildings and offices, which are significant contributors to their overall emissions.
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| 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,456,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 26,079,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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City Of London 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.
