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Dsb Sustainability Profile

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DSB, or Danske Statsbaner, is Denmark's national railway company, headquartered in Copenhagen (DK). Established in 1885, DSB has played a pivotal role in shaping the country's transport infrastructure, providing essential rail services across Denmark and into neighbouring regions. Operating primarily in the public transport sector, DSB offers a range of services including intercity, regional, and local train services, as well as innovative ticketing solutions. The company is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and customer satisfaction, making it a leader in the Nordic transport industry. With a focus on modernising its fleet and enhancing passenger experience, DSB continues to achieve significant milestones, reinforcing its position as a key player in Denmark's transport landscape.

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69

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Rail Transport industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

19

Industry Benchmark

Dsb's score of 69 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Dsb's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, DSB reported total carbon emissions of approximately 525,770,000 kg CO2e, comprising 116,680,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 161,860,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 247,230,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by a minimum of 98% by the end of 2030, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, DSB targets a 30% reduction in all other Scope 3 emissions by 2030 and aims for net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which confirms that DSB's near-term targets are consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The company has committed to maintaining at least a 98% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 2030 to 2050 and a 90% reduction in other Scope 3 emissions by 2050. DSB's proactive approach to climate action reflects its commitment to sustainability and reducing its environmental impact in the rail transportation sector.

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201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
175,730,000
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Scope 2
124,540,000
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Scope 3
305,650,000
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000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Dsb's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Dsb's primary industry is Rail Transport, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Dsb's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Dsb is in DK, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Dsb's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Dsb's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 4% last year and decreased by approximately 19% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 47% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 31% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
31%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
30%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
14%
Capital Goods
10%
Use of Sold Products
4%
Downstream Leased Assets
3%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
3%
Employee Commuting
3%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

Dsb's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

Dsb has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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