Edinburgh Napier University is a public research institution, based in Edinburgh, Scotland.
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Edinburgh Napier has achieved substantial operational emissions reductions (49% absolute since 2018/19) and maintains transparent public reporting via HESA. However, Scope 3 emissions lack quantified year-on-year tracking, renewable energy covers only 28% of grid supply, and science-based target validation is absent. No fossil fuel controversies, but sustainability ambition is constrained by incomplete supply chain accountability.
Edinburgh Napier University scores 52/100 (Making progress) on SINK's independent climate assessment, scored from public data only. Fees pay for the review, never the result. Last verified September 2026.
That places Edinburgh Napier University joint 105th of 847 companies scored, and joint 27th of 67 in Higher Education / Universities.
Where Edinburgh Napier University sits among higher education / universities peers.
Among the 67 major higher education / universities brands we've scored, Edinburgh Napier University is tied =27th of 67, with 4 others.
Its three lowest-scoring questions, and what the evidence didn't show.
No power purchase agreement, PPA, or RE100 membership found.
No TNFD disclosure, quantified biodiversity footprint, or supply chain nature risk assessment evidenced.
No single verified Scope 3 aggregate for 2023/24.
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The 3 companies in the sector scoring nearest above Edinburgh Napier University.
Imperial has cut Scope 1+2 emissions 49% from 2005 baseline and reports via statutory HESA data, but relies on unverified Scope 3 estimates and unbundled renewable certificates.
See the breakdown →Cardiff Met has reduced Scope 1+2 emissions 60% since 2005 and holds ISO 14001 certification, but supply chain mapping remains incomplete and recycling lags sector targets at 49%.
See the breakdown →Anglia Ruskin has achieved measurable carbon reductions (40% absolute Scope 1+2 vs 2005) and secured zero-carbon electricity via power purchase agreement.
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SINK = (0.3 × Base + 0.7 × Performance) × Scale13 sources used in this assessment. All publicly available. Each row shows which of the ten questions it informed.
“Total scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions 3274.8 tCO₂e, carbon intensity 0.0294 tCO₂e/m², 2023/24”
“Our electricity, gas and water data is audited externally to ensure what we report is accurate.”
“140 HE providers submitted Scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions data to HESA through the Estates management record for the year 2023/24.”
“What we are doing to reduce our energy and water consumption at Edinburgh Napier University”
“What we're doing to improve biodiversity at Edinburgh Napier University”
“If you're interested in biodiversity, we also have the Lions' Gate Garden for anybody who wants to volunteer in making our campuses greener places.”
“Edinburgh Napier University Hedgehog Friendly Campus scheme”
“We typically recycle 80% of waste generated at our campus. The remaining 20% is used as refuse-derived fuel.”
“The SBTi's Target Dashboard lists companies and financial institutions that have set science-based targets.”
“Our Environmental Sustainability Strategy Board of Governance (ESSBG)”
“The University's core strategy includes a commitment to achieving net zero carbon in its operations by 2030.”
“Edinburgh Napier has removed all direct investments from fossil fuel companies.”
“A statement on Edinburgh Napier's decision to remove all direct investments in fossil fuels”
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Edinburgh Napier University is a public research institution, based in Edinburgh, Scotland. It serves students across multiple campuses and operates as a comprehensive university offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programmes across engineering, business, applied sciences, and health disciplines. It ranks among mid-tier UK higher education providers by scale.
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