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Australian Postal Corporation, commonly known as Australia Post, is a leading postal and logistics service provider headquartered in Melbourne, Australia. Established in 1809, Australia Post has evolved significantly, becoming a vital part of the nation’s communication and delivery infrastructure, serving both urban and rural regions across the country.
Operating in the postal and courier industry, Australia Post offers a diverse range of services, including mail delivery, parcel shipping, and retail services. Its unique blend of traditional postal services and modern e-commerce solutions positions it as a key player in the logistics market. Notable achievements include its extensive network of post offices and innovative digital services, which enhance customer convenience and accessibility.
With a strong market presence, Australia Post continues to adapt to changing consumer needs, solidifying its reputation as a trusted provider in the Australian logistics landscape.
70
DitchCarbon score
+34 vs industry average
Australian Postal’s score of 70 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very Low
Business Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.146
20182025
The Business Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 25% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
202020212022202320242025202620272028
Reported emissions
Scope 1
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 2
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 3
•••kg CO₂e
Total reported
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Australian Postal's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Australia Post reported total carbon emissions of approximately 740.0 million kg CO2e. This figure includes 120.8 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, primarily from mobile combustion, and 619.2 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, with significant contributions from upstream transportation and distribution. Notably, Scope 2 emissions were reported as zero.
Australia Post has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 15% by FY2025, using FY2019 as the baseline. This target has been validated by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) and is part of a broader strategy to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. The company is on track to meet its near-term targets, which are aligned with the goal of limiting global warming to well below 2°C.
The emissions data is sourced directly from the Australian Postal Corporation, with no cascaded data from parent organizations. The commitment to sustainability reflects Australia Post's proactive approach to addressing climate change within the logistics and postal services sector.
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Australian Postal’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
4 goals2025
15% reduction in Scope 2
Australia’s leading logistics, postal and integrated services business, Australia Post, commits to reduce absolute scope 1, 2 and 3 GHG emis…
On track15%
2025
15% reduction in all scopes
Australia’s leading logistics, postal and integrated services business, Australia Post, commits to reduce absolute scope 1, 2 and 3 GHG emis…
On track15%
2025
15% reduction in scope 3 total
Australia’s leading logistics, postal and integrated services business, Australia Post, commits to reduce absolute scope 1, 2 and 3 GHG emis…
Behind target15%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Australian Postal10 months ago
70
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