Unctad
The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) is a pivotal intergovernmental organisation headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland (CH). Established in 1964, UNCTAD plays a crucial role in promoting sustainable development through trade, investment, and technology. With a focus on developing countries, it operates across various regions, providing valuable insights and policy guidance. UNCTAD's core services include research, capacity-building, and technical assistance, aimed at enhancing the economic prospects of nations. Its unique approach combines economic analysis with practical solutions, making it a trusted partner for governments and stakeholders. Notable achievements include its influential reports on global trade trends and the facilitation of international dialogue on trade and development issues. As a leader in the field, UNCTAD continues to shape policies that foster inclusive economic growth worldwide.
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Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Membership Services 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.
Industry Benchmark
Unctad's score of 25 is higher than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Unctad's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, UNCTAD reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,128,519,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 3,128,519,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were approximately 167,001,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled about 175,815,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The combined total for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions was around 342,816,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, UNCTAD's emissions were approximately 3,074,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 177,152,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 197,818,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The total for Scope 1 and Scope 2 was around 374,970,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, UNCTAD has not established specific reduction targets or initiatives, nor does it participate in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The organisation's climate commitments remain unspecified, indicating a potential area for future development in their sustainability strategy. All emissions data is reported directly from UNCTAD, with no cascaded data from parent or related organisations.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 172,997,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 200,970,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 |
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Unctad 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.
