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alstom Sustainability Profile

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Alstom, a global leader in the transport sector, is headquartered in the United Kingdom and operates extensively across Europe, Asia, and North America. Founded in 1928, the company has established itself as a key player in the rail transport industry, focusing on the design and manufacturing of trains, signalling systems, and infrastructure solutions. Alstom's core products include high-speed trains, trams, and metro systems, distinguished by their innovative technology and commitment to sustainability. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the development of the world’s fastest train and a strong emphasis on green mobility solutions. With a robust market position, Alstom continues to drive advancements in rail transport, contributing to smarter and more efficient public transport systems worldwide.

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57

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Machinery and Equipment 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

alstom's score of 57 is higher than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

75%

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alstom's reported carbon emissions

In 2025, Alstom reported total carbon emissions of approximately 48.7 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 87.3 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 40.6 million kg CO2e (market-based), and significant Scope 3 emissions contributing to the overall total. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050 while reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 40% by 2030 from a 2021/22 baseline. This target aligns with the most ambitious goals of the Paris Agreement, specifically to limit global warming to 1.5°C. In 2024, Alstom's total emissions were approximately 44.9 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 86.7 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 50.4 million kg CO2e (market-based). The company continues to focus on reducing its carbon footprint across all scopes, with specific targets for Scope 3 emissions, including a 42% reduction in emissions per passenger-km and a 35% reduction per ton-km by 2030. In 2023, Alstom's emissions in Great Britain were reported at approximately 7.8 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 12.4 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 7.8 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at around 735,884 kg CO2e. Alstom's climate strategy is validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that their reduction targets are consistent with the latest climate science. The company is committed to enhancing low-carbon mobility solutions, reinforcing its role in the transport sector's transition towards sustainability.

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Scope 1
53,000,000
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00,000,000
000,000,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
70,000,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
000,000,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
1,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
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00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is alstom's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. alstom's primary industry is Machinery and Equipment, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is alstom's Location?

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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. This request for alstom is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

alstom's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

alstom's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 9% last year and increased significantly since 2014, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 85% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2025
Use of Sold Products
85%
Purchased Goods and Services
14%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Capital Goods
<1%
Upstream Leased Assets
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Investments
<1%

alstom's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

alstom has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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