National Express
National Express, officially known as National Express Group PLC, is a leading transport operator headquartered in the United Kingdom. Established in 1972, the company has grown to become a prominent player in the public transport industry, primarily serving regions across England, Scotland, and Wales. Specialising in coach services, National Express offers a range of products including intercity coach travel, airport transfers, and local bus services. What sets them apart is their commitment to affordability and accessibility, making travel convenient for millions. With a strong market position, National Express has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its services into Europe and a focus on sustainable travel solutions. Their dedication to customer service and innovation continues to solidify their reputation as a trusted name in the transport sector.
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Industry Average
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National Express's score of 40 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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National Express's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, National Express reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,918,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 834,815,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 79,122,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 1,097,680,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions encompass various categories, with the largest contributions coming from purchased goods and services (221,783,000 kg CO2e) and fuel and energy-related activities (214,893,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2022, National Express's total emissions were about 1,013,000,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight increase in emissions year-on-year. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, which suggests a need for further action in addressing its carbon footprint. National Express operates within the transportation sector, which is under increasing scrutiny for its environmental impact. The company’s emissions data highlights the importance of focusing on both direct and indirect emissions to achieve meaningful reductions in line with global climate goals.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 815,788,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 95,107,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 9,620,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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National Express 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.
