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An Post Sustainability Profile

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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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66

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Telecommunications Services 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.

36

Industry Benchmark

An Post's score of 66 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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An Post's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, An Post reported total carbon emissions of approximately 26,820,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2, alongside about 11,936,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a slight increase in Scope 3 emissions compared to 2023, where Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 25,253,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions were about 5,473,000 kg CO2e. An Post has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in carbon emissions by 2025 from a 2009 baseline, with a target of achieving net zero carbon emissions from its own operations by 2030. These commitments encompass both Scope 1 and 2 emissions, with a specific target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 46.2% by 2030 from a 2019 base year, and a 27.5% reduction in Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. An Post is also a signatory of the Climate Pledge, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and climate action. The organisation's efforts align with industry standards and reflect a proactive approach to addressing climate change.

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How Carbon Intensive is An Post's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. An Post's primary industry is Telecommunications Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is An Post'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 An Post is in IE, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

An Post'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.

An Post 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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