Liverpool John Moores University scores 57/100 (Making progress) on SINK's independent climate assessment — scored from public data only, no company payment can change a number. Last verified September 2026.
That places Liverpool John Moores University joint 25th of 780 companies scored, and 3rd of 66 in Higher Education / Universities.
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.
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SINK = (0.3 × Base + 0.7 × Performance) × ScaleStrongest on Carbon Footprint — Operations and Controversies & Red Flags (8/10, 8/10). Weakest on Nature & Biodiversity Impact and Targets & Commitments (4/10, 5/10).
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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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Among the 66 major higher education / universities brands we've scored, Liverpool John Moores University sits 3rd of 66.
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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.
UK higher education peer institution; similar urban multi-campus operation and scale
View breakdown →UK Russell Group research university; higher education sector sustainability comparison
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