Diana Shipping Inc., a prominent player in the global shipping industry, is headquartered in Greece (GR) and operates primarily in key maritime regions worldwide. Founded in 1999, the company has established itself as a leader in the transportation of dry bulk commodities, including iron ore, coal, and grain. Diana Shipping's fleet comprises modern, eco-friendly vessels, which are designed to meet stringent environmental standards, setting them apart in a competitive market. The company is recognised for its commitment to operational excellence and sustainability, achieving notable milestones such as a significant fleet expansion and a strong presence in the New York Stock Exchange. With a focus on providing reliable and efficient shipping solutions, Diana Shipping continues to strengthen its market position, making it a trusted name in the maritime sector.
How does Diana Shipping'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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Diana Shipping's score of 22 is higher than 58% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Diana Shipping, headquartered in Greece (GR), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 869,947,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 139,200 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 2,386,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The previous year, 2022, saw total emissions of about 807,102,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 226,580 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and only 62,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. Diana Shipping has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments, nor have they reported any Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) targets. The company’s emissions data is independently reported and does not cascade from a parent organisation. The company has disclosed its emissions across all relevant scopes, demonstrating transparency in its environmental impact. The DSS Fleet's average Energy Efficiency Operational Indicator (EEOI) is reported at 0.00679 for 2023, indicating ongoing efforts to improve operational efficiency. Overall, while Diana Shipping has made strides in emissions reporting, the absence of formal reduction targets highlights an area for potential growth in their climate strategy.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,024,891,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000 | 0,000,000 |
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.
Diana Shipping 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.
