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British Council (Singapore) Limited

British Council (Singapore) Limited, headquartered in Singapore, is a prominent entity in the education and cultural exchange sector. Established in 1940, the organisation has played a pivotal role in fostering international relationships through English language teaching, examinations, and cultural programmes. With a strong presence across Southeast Asia, British Council Singapore offers a range of unique services, including English language courses tailored for various age groups and proficiency levels, as well as internationally recognised assessments like IELTS. Renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation, the British Council has achieved significant milestones, including partnerships with local educational institutions and contributions to cultural diplomacy. Its market position as a leader in language education and cultural exchange underscores its dedication to enriching lives and promoting global understanding.

DitchCarbon Score

How does British Council (Singapore) Limited'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.

46

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Health 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.

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Industry Benchmark

British Council (Singapore) Limited's score of 46 is higher than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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British Council (Singapore) Limited's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, British Council (Singapore) Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 33,725,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 885,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 10,260,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions amounting to around 22,580,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2023, the organisation's total emissions were about 26,791,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 691,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 10,498,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 15,602,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a notable increase in emissions from 2023 to 2024. British Council (Singapore) has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 33% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by the end of the 2025/26 fiscal year, using 2017/18 as the baseline year. This commitment reflects their ongoing efforts to mitigate climate impact and align with industry standards for sustainability.

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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. British Council (Singapore) Limited's primary industry is Health and social work services (85), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 British Council (Singapore) Limited is in SG, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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British Council (Singapore) Limited 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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