Ap Moller Maersk
A.P. Moller - Maersk, commonly referred to as Maersk, is a global leader in integrated container logistics, headquartered in Denmark (DK). Founded in 1904, the company has evolved into a pivotal player in the shipping and logistics industry, with a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Maersk offers a comprehensive range of services, including container shipping, port operations, and supply chain management, distinguished by its commitment to sustainability and innovation. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as pioneering digital solutions in logistics and maintaining a robust fleet of vessels. Recognised for its market position, Maersk consistently ranks among the top shipping companies worldwide, underscoring its influence and expertise in facilitating global trade.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Ap Moller Maersk's score of 56 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Ap Moller Maersk's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, A.P. Moller Maersk reported total carbon emissions of approximately 79,462,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 32,404,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 375,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 44,938,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2040, using 2022 as the base year. For near-term targets, A.P. Moller Maersk has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 emissions by 34.7% and Scope 3 emissions by 21.9% by 2030. Specific reductions include a 34.7% decrease in well-to-wake Scope 1 and 3 emissions from container shipping operations and a 42% reduction in Scope 1 emissions from all other sources. Additionally, the company plans to increase its annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 22.7% in 2022 to 100% by 2030. Long-term targets include a 96% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2040. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support the global effort to limit warming to 1.5°C. A.P. Moller Maersk's commitment to sustainability reflects its leadership in the water transportation sector, headquartered in Denmark (DK).
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 35,579,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 402,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Ap Moller Maersk is committed to some 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.
