Ferrocarrils De La Generalitat De Catalunya
Ferrocarrils de la Generalitat de Catalunya (FGC) is a prominent railway company headquartered in Spain, specifically in the region of Catalonia. Established in 1979, FGC operates an extensive network of commuter and mountain rail services, primarily serving the metropolitan areas of Barcelona and the scenic Pyrenees. The company is renowned for its commitment to sustainable transport solutions, offering unique services such as the Montserrat Rack Railway and the Vall de Núria cog railway, which connect urban centres with breathtaking natural landscapes. FGC has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its rail network and the introduction of modern, eco-friendly trains, solidifying its position as a leader in the regional transport industry. With a focus on innovation and customer satisfaction, FGC continues to enhance the travel experience for both locals and tourists alike.
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Ferrocarrils De La Generalitat De Catalunya's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Ferrocarrils de la Generalitat de Catalunya (FGC) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 63,816,480 kg CO2e. This includes 6,387,740 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 57,428,740 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which cover indirect emissions from the value chain. Notably, FGC did not report any Scope 2 emissions for this year. In 2023, FGC's total emissions were about 64,530,110 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 7,019,930 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at 57,510,180 kg CO2e. The data indicates a slight decrease in total emissions from 2023 to 2024. FGC has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 92% by 2030, using 2018 as the base year. As of 2024, the emissions from Scope 1 and 2 are reported at 6,388,000 kg CO2e, reflecting a significant reduction of approximately 87.16% towards this target. Additionally, FGC aims to cut its Scope 3 emissions by 57% by 2030. The organisation is also committed to ensuring that 32% of its suppliers for purchased goods and services, and 14% of its suppliers for capital goods, will have science-based targets by 2026. Furthermore, FGC plans to transition to 100% renewable electricity sourcing by 2030, up from 0% in 2018. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and demonstrate FGC's commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the rail transportation sector.
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| 2018 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 741,430 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 42,281,110 | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 93,005,310 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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