Kelsian Group, a prominent player in the transport and tourism industry, is headquartered in Australia and operates extensively across major regions including South Australia and the Northern Territory. Founded in 2000, Kelsian has established itself as a leader in providing integrated transport solutions, with a focus on bus and ferry services, as well as tourism experiences. The company is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, offering unique services that enhance customer experience while prioritising environmental responsibility. Kelsian's diverse portfolio includes public transport operations and charter services, making it a versatile choice for both urban commuters and tourists alike. With a strong market position, Kelsian continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted provider in the Australian transport sector.
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In 2024, Kelsian reported total carbon emissions of approximately 345,167,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 14,596,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 359,763,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, resulting in a combined total of about 719,526,000 kg CO2e globally. In Australia, their emissions for the same year were approximately 249,233,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 10,989,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, totalling around 260,222,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, Kelsian's emissions in Australia were about 223,285,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 8,607,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, leading to a total of approximately 231,892,000 kg CO2e. The company has disclosed emissions data across all relevant scopes, indicating a commitment to transparency in their carbon footprint. Despite the significant emissions figures, Kelsian has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. This lack of defined reduction strategies may reflect an industry context where many companies are still developing comprehensive climate action plans. Kelsian's emissions intensity for Australian bus operations is reported at approximately 0.2065 tCO2e per AUD million in revenue and 1.212 tCO2e per km travelled, highlighting areas for potential improvement in operational efficiency and emissions reduction.
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2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 230,285,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 9,037,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Kelsian is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.