Public Health England
Public Health England (PHE), a key entity in the UK's health landscape, is headquartered in London, GB. Established in 2013, PHE plays a vital role in protecting and improving the nation's health, focusing on areas such as disease prevention, health promotion, and emergency preparedness. With operational regions across England, PHE is dedicated to delivering evidence-based public health services and guidance. Its core offerings include health surveillance, research, and the development of health policies, all aimed at enhancing population health outcomes. Recognised for its commitment to public health, PHE has achieved significant milestones, including the management of health crises and the promotion of vaccination programmes. As a leader in the public health sector, PHE continues to influence health strategies and policies, ensuring a healthier future for all.
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Public Health England's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Public Health England (PHE) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 13366000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 4748000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 109685000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions included 3063000 kg CO2e from business travel and 2926000 kg CO2e from employee commuting. PHE has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming to decrease emissions from domestic business flights by at least 30% from a 2017-18 baseline by 2025. Additionally, PHE has committed to an annual reduction of 3% in carbon emissions until March 2020, compared to a 2013/14 baseline, in line with the Greening Government Commitment. Looking towards the future, PHE aligns with the UK's broader climate goals, which include achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. This commitment reflects the UK's status as the first major economy to legislate for such a target, underscoring PHE's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.
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| Scope 1 | 13,366,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,748,000 |
| Scope 3 | 109,685,000 |
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Public Health England 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.
