A.P. Moller - Maersk, commonly referred to as Maersk, is a global leader in integrated container logistics, headquartered in Denmark (DK). Founded in 1904, the company has evolved into a pivotal player in the shipping and logistics industry, with a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Maersk offers a comprehensive range of services, including container shipping, port operations, and supply chain management, distinguished by its commitment to sustainability and innovation. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as pioneering digital solutions in logistics and maintaining a robust fleet of vessels. Recognised for its market position, Maersk consistently ranks among the top shipping companies worldwide, underscoring its influence and expertise in facilitating global trade.
How does Ap Moller Maersk's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Ap Moller Maersk's score of 84 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, A.P. Moller - Maersk reported total carbon emissions of approximately 83,528,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 33,939,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 356,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 49,232,000,000 kg CO2e. This represents a significant increase from 2023, where total emissions were about 77,677,000,000 kg CO2e. A.P. Moller - Maersk has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 70% reduction in absolute emissions for Scope 1 and 2 by 2030, compared to a 2020 baseline, and achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2040. This commitment is noted as the most ambitious target in the port industry to date. Additionally, the company has pledged to reduce Scope 1 emissions by 35% and Scope 3 emissions by 90% by 2040. The company’s targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which includes a commitment to reduce absolute Scope 1 GHG emissions by 34.7% and Scope 3 GHG emissions by 21.9% by 2030, using 2022 as the base year. Furthermore, A.P. Moller - Maersk aims to increase its sourcing of renewable electricity from 22.7% in 2022 to 100% by 2030. Overall, A.P. Moller - Maersk's climate strategy reflects a strong commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and transitioning towards sustainable operations, with a clear roadmap for achieving these goals by 2040.
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2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 33,044,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 415,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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