Irish Continental
Irish Continental Group (ICG), headquartered in Ireland (IE), is a leading player in the maritime and transport industry. Founded in 1973, ICG has established itself as a key provider of ferry services and logistics solutions, primarily operating in the Irish Sea and continental Europe. The company is renowned for its core services, including passenger and freight ferry operations, which are distinguished by their reliability and extensive route network. ICG's commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction has solidified its market position, making it a preferred choice for both leisure and commercial travel. With a focus on sustainability and operational excellence, Irish Continental Group continues to achieve significant milestones, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted name in the transport sector.
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Irish Continental's score of 57 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Irish Continental's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Irish Continental reported total carbon emissions of approximately 759,821,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 551,016,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 178,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 208,627,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 768,680,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 547,215,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 104,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 221,361,000 kg CO2e. Irish Continental has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 70% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025 compared to 2020 levels. Additionally, the company targets net zero for Scope 1 and 2 operations by 2030. For Scope 3 emissions, they aim for a 50% reduction from shipping operations by 2050, using 2008 levels as a baseline. These commitments reflect a proactive approach to climate action, aligning with industry standards and demonstrating a commitment to sustainability within the maritime sector.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 336,535,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 468,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Irish Continental 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.
