The Welsh Government, also known as Llywodraeth Cymru, is the devolved government for Wales, headquartered in Cardiff, GB. Established in 1999, it has played a pivotal role in shaping policies across various sectors, including health, education, and the economy. With a focus on sustainable development and social justice, the Welsh Government implements core services such as public health initiatives, educational reforms, and economic support programmes. Its unique approach to governance emphasises collaboration with local communities and stakeholders, ensuring that policies reflect the needs of the Welsh populace. Recognised for its commitment to environmental sustainability, the Welsh Government has achieved notable milestones, including ambitious targets for carbon reduction. As a leader in the public sector, it continues to influence regional development and enhance the quality of life for its citizens.
How does Welsh Government'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.
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Welsh Government's score of 27 is higher than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, the Welsh Government reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,694,600 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across Scope 1, 2, and 3. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 1,197,300 kg CO2e, including 1,130,900 kg CO2e from mobile combustion and 62,700 kg CO2e from stationary combustion. Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 425,000 kg CO2e, all from purchased electricity. The Scope 3 emissions for the same year were significant, amounting to about 5,694,600 kg CO2e. In 2025, the Welsh Government's Scope 3 emissions are projected to be around 3,530,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a focus on reducing indirect emissions, which are often the largest component of an organisation's carbon footprint. The Welsh Government has set ambitious targets to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. Notably, they aim for all new cars and light goods vehicles in the public sector fleet to be ultra-low emission by 2025. Additionally, there is a growing demand for net-zero skills across Wales, which is essential for supporting the transition to a sustainable economy. Overall, the Welsh Government is actively working towards significant reductions in carbon emissions, with a clear commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
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Scope 1 | - | - | - | - |
Scope 2 | - | - | - | - |
Scope 3 | 140,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Welsh Government 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.