Associated British Ports (ABP) is a leading port operator headquartered in Great Britain, with a significant presence across key operational regions including the Humber, Southampton, and Wales. Established in 1962, ABP has grown to become a pivotal player in the UK’s logistics and transport industry, managing a diverse portfolio of ports that facilitate trade and commerce. ABP offers a range of services, including cargo handling, warehousing, and logistics solutions, distinguished by their commitment to efficiency and sustainability. The company plays a crucial role in the UK economy, handling around a quarter of the nation’s seaborne trade. With a strong market position, ABP continues to innovate and adapt, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of its customers while maintaining high standards of safety and environmental responsibility.
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In 2023, Associated British Ports (ABP) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 71,046,000 kg CO2e, comprising 31,046,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 40,399,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The Scope 2 emissions included about 7,211,000 kg CO2e on a market-based approach and approximately 9,353,000 kg CO2e on a location-based approach. Comparatively, in 2022, ABP's emissions were about 73,055,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 31,835,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 41,222,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a slight reduction in total emissions year-on-year. ABP has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. However, the company continues to monitor and report its emissions, demonstrating a commitment to transparency in its climate impact.
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2014 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 39,981,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 30,597,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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Associated British Ports is not participating in any 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.