- Lack of substantial funding for sustainability initiatives.
- Lack of baseline data for many objectives.
- Need to address climate hazards and environmental risks in the region.
Riverside Community College District
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its June 2023 reporting, Riverside Community College District disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 6.7K GHG (MT-CO2) (2019 Baseline). By scope: Scope 1: 2.5K GHG (MT-CO2). Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
6.7K GHG (MT-CO2) (2019 Baseline)
June 2023
Water Usage
56M* gallons (2019 baseline) indoor; 20M* gallons (2019 baseline) outdoor
June 2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (June 2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 2.5K GHG (MT-CO2) |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- District-wide Solar Project approved to provide 7 MW Solar PV system and 6000 kWH Battery Energy Storage system.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce total carbon emissions by 30% by 2025.
- Reduce potable water usage by 25% by 2027.
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce total carbon emissions by 75% by 2030.
- Reduce potable water usage by 40% by 2030.
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve carbon neutrality by 2035.
- Reduce potable water usage by 60% by 2035.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Environmental StewardshipSocial EquityFiscal Responsibility