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alstom

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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58

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.

14

Industry Benchmark

alstom's score of 58 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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alstom's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Alstom reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7,774,580 kg CO2e in Great Britain, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 12,357,042 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 7,775,182 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 735,884 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 40% by FY2030 from a FY2021 base year. Additionally, Alstom targets a 42.3% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products covering passenger rolling stock and a 35% reduction for freight rolling stock, both by FY2030. Previously, in 2022, Alstom's global emissions included 230,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, particularly from the use of sold products. The company has committed to reducing Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 25% by 2025 from a 2019 base year, alongside a 35% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per passenger-km and ton-km by 2030. Alstom's climate strategy aligns with industry standards, reflecting a commitment to sustainability and a proactive approach to mitigating climate change impacts.

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2014201520222023
Scope 1
1,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
000,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
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000,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
21,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. alstom's primary industry is Machinery and equipment n.e.c. (29), 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. alstom is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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alstom 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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