Kuehne Plus Nagel
Kuehne + Nagel International AG, commonly referred to as Kuehne + Nagel, is a leading global logistics provider headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1890, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Americas. Specialising in integrated logistics solutions, Kuehne + Nagel excels in sea freight, air freight, contract logistics, and overland services. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, Kuehne + Nagel has achieved significant milestones, including being recognised as one of the top logistics companies worldwide. Their unique approach combines advanced technology with a customer-centric focus, ensuring tailored solutions that meet diverse supply chain needs. As a market leader, Kuehne + Nagel continues to set industry standards, making it a trusted partner for businesses seeking reliable logistics services.
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Kuehne Plus Nagel's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Kuehne + Nagel reported total carbon emissions of approximately 14,367,000,000 kg CO2e globally, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 180,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 3,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 14,367,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). This reflects a significant commitment to reducing their carbon footprint, as the company aims for a 33% absolute reduction in total emissions across all scopes by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. In the UK, Kuehne + Nagel's emissions for 2022 were reported at approximately 818,940,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 8,738,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 613,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 809,589,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a proactive approach to managing emissions, particularly in Scope 3, which typically encompasses the largest share of emissions for logistics companies. Kuehne + Nagel has set a long-term goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, reinforcing their commitment to sustainability and climate action. Their targets are aligned with science-based methodologies, ensuring that their reduction strategies contribute to global efforts to limit temperature rise to well below 2°C. Overall, Kuehne + Nagel's climate commitments reflect a robust strategy to address carbon emissions, with clear targets and a focus on comprehensive reductions across all scopes of emissions.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 310,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 360,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 13,200,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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