Boys & Girls Clubs of America, Inc. (BGCA) is a leading youth development organisation headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1860, BGCA has established itself as a cornerstone in the community, providing essential services to millions of young people across the nation. With a focus on education, leadership, and health, the organisation operates in various regions, including urban and rural areas, ensuring that all youth have access to its programmes. BGCA offers a unique blend of after-school programmes, mentorship opportunities, and recreational activities designed to foster personal growth and academic success. Notable achievements include its recognition as a premier youth service provider, with a strong market position that underscores its commitment to empowering the next generation. Through innovative initiatives and community partnerships, Boys & Girls Clubs of America continues to make a significant impact on the lives of young individuals, shaping future leaders.
How does Boys & Girls Clubs of America, Inc.'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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In 2024, Boys & Girls Clubs of America, Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 486,800 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 32,549,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 470,366,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This represents a slight increase in Scope 1 emissions from 4,506,000 kg CO2e in 2023, while Scope 2 emissions rose from 31,580,000 kg CO2e. Notably, Scope 3 emissions also increased from 424,765,000 kg CO2e in the previous year. The organisation has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or commitments to frameworks such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This lack of formal climate pledges suggests that Boys & Girls Clubs of America, Inc. is currently focusing on understanding and managing its carbon footprint without established goals for reduction. Overall, the emissions data reflects a significant reliance on Scope 3 emissions, which encompass a wide range of activities, including capital goods, business travel, employee commuting, and purchased goods and services. The organisation's emissions profile highlights the importance of addressing these areas to achieve meaningful climate action in the future.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 2,529,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 7,426,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Boys & Girls Clubs of America, Inc. 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.