Firstgroup
FirstGroup plc, commonly known as FirstGroup, is a leading transport operator headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1995, the company has grown to become a significant player in the public transport industry, primarily focusing on bus and rail services across the UK and North America. With a diverse portfolio that includes First Bus and First Rail, FirstGroup is dedicated to providing reliable and sustainable transport solutions. The company is recognised for its commitment to innovation and customer service, making it a preferred choice for millions of passengers. Notable achievements include its extensive network coverage and a strong market position, which underscores its role in enhancing urban mobility. FirstGroup continues to evolve, aiming to meet the changing needs of commuters while prioritising environmental sustainability.
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Firstgroup's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, FirstGroup reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,751,588,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1 emissions at about 466,147,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 133,315,000 kg CO2e. The majority of their emissions, approximately 1,046,933,000 kg CO2e, were classified under Scope 3, which includes emissions from capital goods, employee commuting, and fuel-related activities. FirstGroup has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 63% by FY2035 from a FY2020 baseline. Additionally, they plan to cut Scope 3 emissions from fuel and energy-related activities by 20% by FY2028, also from a FY2020 base year. Furthermore, FirstGroup is committed to ensuring that 75% of its suppliers, based on emissions from purchased goods and services and capital goods, will have science-based targets by FY2028. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect FirstGroup's commitment to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. The company is actively working towards these goals, demonstrating a proactive approach to addressing climate change within the transportation sector.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,486,168,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 212,375,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 10,859,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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