High Speed 1 (HS1) is a leading railway transportation service provider based in Great Britain, specialising in high-speed rail services. Established in 2007, HS1 operates primarily in the South East of England, connecting London with key destinations such as Ashford and the Channel Tunnel.
The company is renowned for its unique high-speed rail services, which significantly reduce travel times and enhance connectivity between the UK and mainland Europe. HS1 has achieved notable milestones, including the successful launch of the Eurostar services, which have positioned it as a vital player in the international rail market.
With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, High Speed 1 continues to set industry standards, making it a cornerstone of modern railway transportation in the UK.
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Industry Intensity
Rail Transport has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Rail Transport industry has reduced its overall emissions by 26% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
High Speed 1's reported carbon emissions
High Speed 1 (GB), operating in the railway transportation services industry, reported a total of approximately 12.8 million kg CO2e in 2023. This figure encompasses Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were around 1.14 million kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions, using the market-based approach, were approximately 10.4 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for the same year totalled about 1.27 million kg CO2e.
In 2022, High Speed 1's total emissions were approximately 2.89 million kg CO2e. This included about 1.43 million kg CO2e for Scope 1, with Scope 2 emissions (market-based) reported at 0 kg CO2e and location-based at approximately 13.55 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2022 were approximately 1.46 million kg CO2e.
For 2021, total emissions for High Speed 1 were around 2.84 million kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of approximately 1.68 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) at about 0.29 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 0.88 million kg CO2e.
In 2020, total emissions for High Speed 1 stood at approximately 14.5 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions around 1.55 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 (market-based and location-based) both at approximately 11.68 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2020 were about 1.28 million kg CO2e.
High Speed 1 has established climate commitments, including a Science Based Target initiative (SBTi) commitment. They aim to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 46% by 2030, using a 2019 base year. Furthermore, the company is committed to measuring and reducing its Scope 3 emissions. The SBTi targets, approved for London St. Pancras Highspeed and HS1 Ltd, are classified as 1.5°C aligned and cover absolute emissions reductions. Progress for the near-term targets is being monitored, with the organisation reported as on track for the two-year assessment for Scope 1 reductions.
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High Speed 1’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2030
46% reduction in Scope 1
London St. Pancras Highspeed commits to reduce scope 1 GHG emissions 46% by 2030 from a 2019 base year.
2030
46% reduction in Scope 2
London St. Pancras Highspeed commits to reduce scope 2 GHG emissions 46% by 2030 from a 2019 base year.
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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Data year: 2024
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