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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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74

Industry Average

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Industry Benchmark

alstom's score of 74 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 2024, Alstom reported total carbon emissions of approximately 45,246,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 86,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at around 53,000,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions, particularly from the use of sold products, which accounted for approximately 37,551,000,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, the total emissions were slightly higher at about 45,284,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 94,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 85,000,000 kg CO2e. Alstom has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2050. The company is also focused on reducing absolute direct (Scope 1) and indirect (Scope 2) greenhouse gas emissions by 40% by 2030, using a 2021/22 baseline. Additionally, Alstom targets a reduction of Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products, aiming for a 42.3% reduction per passenger kilometre and a 35% reduction per tonne kilometre by 2030, both from a 2021 baseline. In the UK, Alstom's emissions for 2023 were reported at approximately 7,774,580 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 12,357,042 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 7,775,182 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 735,884 kg CO2e. For 2022, UK emissions were about 19,994,578 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 11,074,652 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 8,561,293 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 358,633 kg CO2e. Alstom's commitments align with the most ambitious goals of the Paris Agreement, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint in the transport sector.

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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 low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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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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