Global Ship Lease, Inc. is a prominent player in the container shipping industry, headquartered in the United Kingdom. Founded in 2001, the company has established itself as a leading provider of containerships, offering a diverse fleet that caters to a wide range of shipping needs across major operational regions, including Europe, Asia, and North America. Specialising in the leasing of modern, high-quality vessels, Global Ship Lease distinguishes itself through its long-term relationships with top-tier shipping lines and a commitment to operational excellence. The company’s strategic focus on providing flexible leasing solutions has positioned it favourably in a competitive market, enabling it to achieve significant milestones and maintain a robust market presence. With a reputation for reliability and innovation, Global Ship Lease continues to play a vital role in the global supply chain.
How does Global Ship Lease'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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Global Ship Lease's score of 6 is lower than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Global Ship Lease reported carbon emissions of approximately 4,450 kg CO2e under Scope 2. This marks a slight decrease from 2023, where emissions were about 4,580 kg CO2e, also in Scope 2. The company has not disclosed any Scope 1 or Scope 3 emissions data for these years. Looking back to 2022, Global Ship Lease's emissions included about 3,266,174,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 116,460 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The trend shows a commitment to reducing emissions, with a long-term target to achieve net zero emissions by 2050 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, as outlined in their sustainability report. The company is actively working towards these targets, with a focus on improving energy efficiency and reducing its carbon footprint. Global Ship Lease's climate commitments reflect a growing awareness of the need for sustainable practices within the shipping industry.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,116,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - |
| Scope 2 | 29,400 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Global Ship Lease is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
