DHL Freight GmbH, a prominent player in the logistics and transportation industry, is headquartered in Germany. Established in 2008, the company has rapidly evolved to become a leader in freight forwarding and logistics solutions across Europe and beyond. With a strong focus on road, rail, and intermodal transport, DHL Freight offers a diverse range of services tailored to meet the needs of various industries. The company is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, providing unique solutions that enhance supply chain efficiency. DHL Freight's extensive network and advanced technology position it as a key competitor in the market, consistently achieving high customer satisfaction ratings. With a dedication to excellence and a robust portfolio of services, DHL Freight GmbH continues to set benchmarks in the logistics sector.
How does DHL Freight GmbH'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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DHL Freight GmbH, headquartered in Germany, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Deutsche Post AG, which provides emissions data and climate commitments at a higher corporate level. As part of its climate strategy, Deutsche Post AG has set ambitious targets to reduce carbon emissions across its operations, which may influence DHL Freight GmbH's initiatives. However, specific reduction targets or achievements for DHL Freight GmbH are not detailed in the available information. DHL Freight GmbH is committed to sustainability and is likely aligned with the broader climate initiatives of its parent company, Deutsche Post AG, which includes participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and other climate-related pledges. While specific emissions figures and reduction targets for DHL Freight GmbH are not provided, the company is expected to contribute to the overarching goals set by Deutsche Post AG, focusing on reducing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions in line with industry standards.
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| 2005 | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | 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 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 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 | 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 |
DHL Freight GmbH's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 4% last year and increased by approximately 53% since 2006, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Upstream Transportation & Distribution" being the largest emissions source at 75% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
DHL Freight GmbH has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.