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Plymouth City Council

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Plymouth City Council, often referred to simply as Plymouth Council, is the local authority for the city of Plymouth, located in Great Britain. Established in the early 20th century, the council has played a pivotal role in shaping the region's development and governance. Operating primarily within the public sector, Plymouth City Council focuses on a range of services including education, housing, transport, and community development. Its commitment to enhancing the quality of life for residents is evident through various initiatives aimed at sustainability and economic growth. Notable achievements include significant investments in local infrastructure and community projects, positioning the council as a leader in regional development. With a strong emphasis on public engagement and transparency, Plymouth City Council continues to strive for excellence in service delivery, making it a cornerstone of the local community.

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39

Industry Average

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27

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Plymouth City Council's score of 39 is higher than 65% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Plymouth City Council's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Plymouth City Council reported total carbon emissions of approximately 46,872,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 3,231,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 3,692,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 39,949,000 kg CO2e. The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions amounted to about 6,923,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, the Council's total emissions were slightly lower at approximately 47,087,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 3,504,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at around 3,566,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 40,017,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 1 and 2 total was about 7,070,000 kg CO2e. For 2022, the Council reported total emissions of approximately 6,312,000 kg CO2e, but specific Scope data was not disclosed for that year. Currently, Plymouth City Council has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that the figures are independently reported by Plymouth City Council. The Council continues to focus on its climate commitments, aiming to address its carbon footprint effectively.

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20232024
Scope 1
3,504,000
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Scope 2
3,566,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
40,017,000
00,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Plymouth City Council's primary industry is Other services (93), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Plymouth 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
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