University of Stirling scores 48/100 (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 University of Stirling joint 184th of 780 companies scored, and joint 53rd of 66 in Higher Education / Universities.
University of Stirling has cut operational emissions 42% since 2007 and publishes dual statutory disclosures, but supply chain emissions remain unquantified and renewable energy was zero in 2023/24. Solar installation arrived too late for the reporting period. Net zero 2040 lacks SBTi validation and relies on unspecified offsets.
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SINK = (0.3 × Base + 0.7 × Performance) × ScaleStrongest on Controversies & Red Flags and Carbon Footprint — Operations (8/10, 7/10). Weakest on Energy Source and Carbon Footprint — Supply Chain (2/10, 3/10).
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“Total scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions 9,443.2 tCO₂e, University of Stirling, 2023/24”
“140 HE providers submitted Scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions data to HESA through the Estates management record for the year 2023/24”
“progress on energy and water consumption is already publicly available and is reported on an annual basis through the Scottish Government's Public Bodies Climate Change Duty Reporting and via returns provided to the Higher Education Statistics Agency”
“We seek to identify high sustainability impact suppliers and categories, and employ the latest APUC tools and guidance to further improve supply chain monitoring”
“extension of emissions measurement in UK universities to include Scope 3 emissions generally represents a very large (>400%) increase to their carbon footprint”
“We've already reduced our carbon emissions by more than 43% since 2007, but we know we must do more”
“University actively manages its 334-acre estate in terms of biodiversity and boasts a rich and diverse range of plant and animal life, including several threatened or endangered species (e.g., pine martens and red squirrels)”
“Key objective: To reduce waste mass by 50% by 2030. Maintaining a 100% landfill avoidance strategy for all commercial waste”
“We are a signatory to the Race to Zero for Universities and Colleges campaign”
“The University becomes 9th organisation in Scotland to divest from fossil fuels, citing climate concerns by students”
“organisations from the fossil fuel, mining, arms or tobacco industries will not be permitted to attend our careers or employer-led events on campus”
“SSN empowers Scotland's public bodies to meet climate change duties, share best practice, access tools & training, and collaborate for a greener, net-zero future”
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Among the 66 major higher education / universities brands we've scored, University of Stirling is tied =53rd of 66, with 2 others.
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University of Stirling is a public research university in Scotland. It holds a 334-acre campus in Stirling and offers degrees in business, health sciences, engineering, and humanities. SINK rates UK higher education institutions on environmental management and disclosure.
Peer UK research university; comparable campus footprint and sector position.
View breakdown →Peer Scottish higher education institution; shared statutory reporting obligations.
View breakdown →UK research-intensive university; higher baseline emissions and disclosure scope.
View breakdown →UK research university with engineering focus; comparable emissions profile.
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