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Sncf

SNCF, or Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français, is a leading player in the European rail transport industry, headquartered in France. Established in 1938, SNCF has evolved into a pivotal entity in the transportation sector, operating extensive rail networks across France and into neighbouring countries. The company offers a range of services, including high-speed trains, regional transport, and freight services, distinguished by their commitment to innovation and sustainability. Notable milestones include the launch of the TGV, which revolutionised rail travel with its speed and efficiency. SNCF holds a prominent market position, recognised for its reliability and customer service, making it a preferred choice for millions of passengers annually. With a focus on enhancing connectivity and reducing environmental impact, SNCF continues to shape the future of rail travel in Europe.

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26

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Rail Transport industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Sncf's score of 26 is higher than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Sncf's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, SNCF reported total carbon emissions of approximately 11,026,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions from mobile combustion at about 1,514,000,000 kg CO2e. The company also disclosed Scope 3 emissions, which included approximately 1,365,000,000 kg CO2e from capital goods and about 1,845,000,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services. In 2022, SNCF's total emissions were around 7,115,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 1,643,000,000 kg CO2e. The trend shows a significant increase in emissions from 2021, where total emissions were about 5,930,000,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, SNCF has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company continues to focus on improving its carbon efficiency, with emissions per passenger-kilometre reported at approximately 0.00603 kg CO2e in 2023. SNCF's commitment to sustainability is evident in its ongoing efforts to monitor and report emissions, although further details on specific reduction strategies remain unspecified.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sncf's primary industry is Railway transportation services, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Sncf is headquartered in FR, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Sncf is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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