Ravensbourne University London is a specialist higher education institution focused on creative industries, design, and technology.
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Ravensbourne has published no operational emissions data, no waste figures, and no water consumption metrics despite operating a single campus. A claimed 100% renewable energy tariff by end-2023 remains unverified by third parties. The university holds one delivered target but lacks any net-zero commitment, SBTi alignment, or formal sustainability governance structure.
Ravensbourne University London scores 25/100 (Significant gaps) 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 Ravensbourne University London joint 728th of 847 companies scored, and 65th of 67 in Higher Education / Universities.
Where Ravensbourne University London sits among higher education / universities peers.
Among the 67 major higher education / universities brands we've scored, Ravensbourne University London sits 65th of 67.
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No GHG emissions (Scope 1 or 2) published.
No Scope 3 emissions published or reported to HESA EMR.
No multi-year emissions data published.
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The 3 companies in the sector scoring nearest above Ravensbourne University London.
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“reduce our emissions by 51%, which will mean a reduction of 428 tonnes of carbon dioxide”
“138 HE providers submitted Scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions data to HESA through the optional Estates management record for the year 2022/23”
“Environmental information for UK higher education providers is collected as part of the Estates management record”
“It specialises in creative, business, and technology-related disciplines”
“In 2022, we set a target date of 2030 to switch to a 100% renewable energy tariff – we ended up achieving this by the end of 2023”
“140 HE providers submitted Scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions data to HESA through the Estates management record for the year 2023/24”
“Scoring 0% across 11 categories, including sustainable food, carbon reduction and ethical investment, Ravensbourne University London is placed 147th out of 147 universities”
“The SBTi's Target Dashboard lists companies and financial institutions that have set science-based targets, or have committed to developing targets”
“The Governors present their report and the audited group financial statements for the year ended 31 July 2024”
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Ravensbourne University London is a specialist higher education institution focused on creative industries, design, and technology. Headquartered on the Greenwich Peninsula in London, it operates a single BREEAM Excellent campus. The university is a PRME signatory within the UN Principles for Responsible Management Education.
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