An Post
An Post, officially known as An Post Teoranta, is Ireland's national postal service, headquartered in Dublin, IE. Established in 1984, the company has evolved significantly, becoming a key player in the logistics and communications industry. An Post operates across various regions in Ireland, providing essential services that include mail delivery, parcel services, and financial solutions. With a commitment to innovation, An Post has introduced unique offerings such as its parcel locker service and digital mail solutions, catering to the evolving needs of consumers and businesses alike. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its network of post offices and a strong focus on sustainability. As a trusted provider, An Post holds a prominent position in the market, recognised for its reliability and customer-centric approach.
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An Post's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, An Post reported significant carbon emissions, with total Scope 3 emissions amounting to approximately 11,936,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, saw a combined total of about 26,383,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 emissions, alongside Scope 3 emissions of about 5,578,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a growing awareness and focus on carbon management within the organisation. An Post has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero carbon emissions from its own operations by 2030. This includes a target to reduce carbon emissions by 50% by 2025, using a 2009 baseline for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, the company has committed to reducing absolute Scope 3 emissions by 27.5% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. These initiatives align with industry standards and reflect An Post's commitment to addressing climate change. The organisation is actively participating in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which further underscores its dedication to sustainable practices and reducing greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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An Post is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.
