Liverpool John Moores University is a post-1992 research and teaching institution in northwest England.
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LJMU has achieved genuine absolute emissions cuts (65.5% since 2005) backed by statutory HESA data and ISO 14001 verification. Critical gaps: Scope 3 — roughly 90% of footprint — lacks aggregate quantification and net-zero commitment. Green tariff electricity is additionality-weak. Biodiversity targets are newly set with no verified outcomes.
Liverpool John Moores University scores 57/100 (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 Liverpool John Moores University joint 28th of 847 companies scored, and 3rd of 67 in Higher Education / Universities.
Where Liverpool John Moores University sits among higher education / universities peers.
Among the 67 major higher education / universities brands we've scored, Liverpool John Moores University sits 3rd of 67.
Its three lowest-scoring questions, and what the evidence didn't show.
No TNFD disclosure.
No aggregated verified Scope 3 figure disclosed from primary sources.
Self-set net zero target 2035 for Scope 1+2 only (declared 2022).
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Get in touch →Strongest on Carbon Footprint — Operations and Controversies & Red Flags (8/10, 8/10). Weakest on Nature & Biodiversity Impact and Carbon Footprint — Supply Chain (4/10, 5/10).
The 2 companies in the sector scoring nearest above Liverpool John Moores University.
Manchester Met has cut Scope 1+2 emissions 65% since 2005 and publishes audited sustainability data annually.
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“5,204.5 tCO₂e total Scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions, 2023/24, UKPRN 10003957”
“Reduce CO2e emissions from procurement by 5% by the end of the academic year 2028/2029.”
“The Platinum level is fully aligned with ISO 14001, offering a direct route to internationally recognized environmental certification.”
“LJMU has also earned full EcoCampus Platinum status and ISO50001 Energy Management certification”
“Increasing species richness across our estate by 10% against a 2025 baseline”
“Of the 136 HE providers who submitted data for the past two years, 96 (71%) saw a decrease in emissions.”
“Liverpool John Moores University…divested from fossil fuels by incorporating industry exclusions into their Ethical Investment Policies.”
“LJMU is in the top third of universities in the People and Planet League and is a member of Universities Climate Network.”
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Liverpool John Moores University is a post-1992 research and teaching institution in northwest England. It operates an urban multi-campus estate in Liverpool and is classified within the UK higher education sector. LJMU participates in statutory environmental reporting via HESA and holds ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 certifications.
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