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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In 2024, DSB reported total carbon emissions of approximately 116,680,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 161,860,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and 247,230,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a slight increase in Scope 1 emissions from 115,350,000 kg CO2e in 2023, while Scope 2 emissions (market-based) also rose from 139,260,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions decreased from 256,560,000 kg CO2e in 2023. DSB has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 98% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, the company targets a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by 2030. Long-term, DSB is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are classified under the 1.5°C pathway, ensuring that DSB's emissions reduction strategies are consistent with global climate goals. The company has made significant strides in transparency, disclosing emissions across all relevant scopes and categories.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 175,730,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 124,540,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 290,640,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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