Gls
General Logistics Systems (GLS) is a leading provider of parcel and logistics services, headquartered in the Netherlands. Established in 1999, GLS has rapidly expanded its operations across Europe and North America, becoming a key player in the logistics industry. The company is renowned for its reliable parcel delivery services, offering a range of solutions including express delivery, freight transport, and logistics management. GLS distinguishes itself through its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, ensuring timely and secure deliveries. With a strong market position, the company has achieved notable milestones, including a significant expansion of its network and services. As a trusted partner for businesses of all sizes, GLS continues to innovate and adapt to the evolving demands of the logistics sector.
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Gls's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, General Logistics Systems B.V. (GLS), headquartered in the Netherlands, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,303,200,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 109,800,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 5,300,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and a significant 1,188,100,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Comparatively, in 2022, GLS's total emissions were about 1,235,500,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 93,400,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 5,500,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 at 1,136,600,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a rise in total emissions from 2022 to 2023. GLS has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2045, based on a 2021 baseline. Additionally, they have established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2030. For Scope 3 emissions, GLS aims to reduce well-to-wheel emissions from light commercial vehicles by 36.9% per ton-kilometre and from heavy freight trucks by 31.7% per ton-kilometre within the same timeframe. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect GLS's commitment to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2045. The emissions data reported by GLS is cascaded from its parent company, International Distribution Services plc, which influences its sustainability strategies and targets.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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