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La Poste SA Sustainability Profile

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La Poste SA, commonly referred to as La Poste, is a prominent French postal service provider headquartered in Paris, France. Established in 1576, the company has evolved significantly, expanding its operations across Europe and beyond, while maintaining a strong presence in the French market. Operating primarily in the postal and logistics industry, La Poste offers a diverse range of services, including mail delivery, parcel shipping, and banking solutions through its subsidiary, La Banque Postale. The company is recognised for its commitment to innovation, particularly in digital services and sustainable logistics, setting it apart from competitors. With a rich history and a focus on customer-centric solutions, La Poste has solidified its position as a leader in the postal sector, achieving notable milestones such as the integration of advanced technology in its operations and a strong emphasis on eco-friendly practices.

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65

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Telecommunications Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

36

Industry Benchmark

La Poste SA's score of 65 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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La Poste SA's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, La Poste SA reported zero carbon emissions (0 kg CO2e) across its Scope 1 and Scope 2 categories, indicating a significant commitment to reducing its greenhouse gas emissions. The company has set ambitious climate targets, aiming for net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2040. This commitment includes a near-term goal to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 43.6% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, La Poste SA plans to cut its absolute Scope 3 emissions by 25% within the same timeframe. For the long term, La Poste SA has committed to a 90% reduction in absolute emissions across all scopes by 2040, again referencing the 2021 baseline. This includes a specific focus on Scope 1, Scope 2, and total Scope 3 emissions, which encompass emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, and employee commuting. La Poste SA's climate strategy is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that its targets are consistent with the reductions necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The company also aims for 70% of its investments to meet science-based targets by 2027, further solidifying its commitment to sustainability and climate action.

How Carbon Intensive is La Poste SA's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. La Poste SA's primary industry is Telecommunications Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is La Poste SA's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for La Poste SA is in FR, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

La Poste SA's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

La Poste SA has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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