- High greenhouse gas emissions from transportation (42%), housing (24%), and commercial buildings (16%).
- Disproportionate impact of climate change on low-income and disadvantaged communities (LIDACs).
- Older, less efficient housing stock, particularly in LIDACs.
- Car-centric transportation system.
- Vulnerability to extreme weather events.
- Negative health outcomes in LIDACs due to air pollution.
- Loss of greenspace.
- Limited access to electric vehicles and charging infrastructure in LIDACs.
University at Buffalo Regional Institute, State University of New York at Buffalo, School of Architecture and Planning
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2024 reporting, University at Buffalo Regional Institute, State University of New York at Buffalo, School of Architecture and Planning disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 12.7M MT CO2e (2010). 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
12.7M MT CO2e (2010)
2024
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 12.7M MT CO2e (2010) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- NYSERDA Clean Energy Communities program estimates actions taken have reduced emissions by 126,000 tons annually.
- More than 3,000 residential energy efficiency projects and over 300 rooftop solar projects are completed in the region (on average) each year.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce GHG emissions significantly by 2030.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate Change