High Speed 1
High Speed 1 (HS1) is the UK’s premier high-speed rail service, headquartered in the United Kingdom. Established in 2009, HS1 operates primarily in the South East of England, connecting London with key destinations such as Ashford and the Channel Tunnel. As a leader in the rail transport industry, HS1 focuses on providing fast, efficient, and reliable services that enhance connectivity and support economic growth. The company’s core offerings include high-speed passenger services and infrastructure management, distinguished by their commitment to sustainability and innovation. HS1 has achieved notable milestones, including the successful integration of advanced technology to improve service reliability. With a strong market position, HS1 continues to set benchmarks in the rail sector, contributing significantly to the UK's transport landscape.
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Industry Benchmark
High Speed 1's score of 29 is higher than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
High Speed 1's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, High Speed 1 (HS1) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12,812,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 1,143,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 10,396,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 1,273,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Comparatively, in 2022, HS1's total emissions were about 2,889,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,427,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 13,553,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at 1,462,000 kg CO2e. The significant increase in emissions from 2022 to 2023 highlights the challenges faced in reducing carbon footprints. HS1 has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This target has been approved through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflects the company's commitment to align with the necessary reductions to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Additionally, HS1 is focused on measuring and reducing its Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect emissions from its value chain. Overall, HS1's ongoing efforts and targets demonstrate a proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the transportation sector.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,545,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 11,682,000 | 000,000 | - | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,275,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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