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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.
23
DitchCarbon score
+2 vs industry average
High Speed 1’s score of 23 is lower than 45% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
High
Rail Transport has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.578
20182025
The Rail Transport industry has reduced its overall emissions by 26% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
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Reported emissions
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High Speed 1's reported carbon emissions
High Speed 1 reported total emissions of approximately 12,812,000 kg CO2e in 2023. This includes Scope 1 emissions of approximately 1,143,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions of approximately 10,396,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 1,273,000 kg CO2e.
High Speed 1 (HS1 Ltd, also referenced as London St. Pancras Highspeed) has committed to ambitious climate action. The company aims for all HS1 energy to be net-zero carbon by 2030. High Speed 1 has Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved near-term targets. These targets, cascaded from HS1 Limited, commit the company to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. High Speed 1 also pledges to measure and reduce its Scope 3 emissions. The SBTi classification for these targets is consistent with reductions required to keep warming to 1.5°C.
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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 and scope 2 GHG emissions 46% by 2030 from a 2019 base year, and to measure and reduc…
At risk46%
2030
46% reduction in Scope 2
London St. Pancras Highspeed commits to reduce scope 1 and scope 2 GHG emissions 46% by 2030 from a 2019 base year, and to measure and reduc…
Behind target46%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about High Speed 1’s sustainability data and climate commitments
In 2023, High Speed 1 reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12.8 million kg CO2e. This figure encompasses Scope 1 emissions, which were around 1.1 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 market-based emissions, totaling nearly 10.4 million kg CO2e. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions contributed approximately 1.3 million kg CO2e to the overall footprint. This comprehensive reporting across all scopes provides a clear picture of HS1's environmental impact for the specified year.
Data year: 2023
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