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Go Ahead

Go Ahead Group, commonly referred to as Go Ahead, is a leading transport operator headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1987, the company has established a strong presence in the public transport sector, primarily focusing on bus and rail services across the UK and internationally. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, Go Ahead operates in major regions including London, the South East, and parts of Europe, providing reliable and efficient transport solutions. The company is renowned for its diverse range of services, including local bus networks and rail franchises, which are distinguished by their customer-centric approach and operational excellence. Go Ahead has achieved significant milestones, including multiple awards for service quality and safety, solidifying its position as a key player in the transport industry. Its dedication to enhancing passenger experience and reducing environmental impact sets it apart in a competitive market.

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21

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.

17

Industry Benchmark

Go Ahead's score of 21 is higher than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Go Ahead's reported carbon emissions

As of 2021, Go Ahead's carbon emissions totalled approximately 366,372,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 31,809,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 27,945,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 75% by FY2035, using FY2020 as the base year. This target includes biogenic emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks. Additionally, Go Ahead has committed to a near-term target of reducing these emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2023 base year, while also planning to measure and reduce its Scope 3 emissions. These initiatives align with industry standards for climate action, reflecting Go Ahead's commitment to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint in the transportation sector.

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201620172018201920202021
Scope 1
405,845,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
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Scope 2
607,321,000
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00,000,000
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00,000,000
Scope 3
54,932,000
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00,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Go Ahead'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. Go Ahead is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Go Ahead 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.

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

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