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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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35

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Land Transportation 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.

15

Industry Benchmark

National Express's score of 35 is higher than 95% 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 1,109,768,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes emissions from Scope 1, which accounted for about 834,815,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 79,122,000 kg CO2e. The company also reported significant Scope 3 emissions, totalling around 1,097,680,000 kg CO2e, which encompasses various categories such as purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, and employee commuting. Over the years, National Express has shown fluctuations in its emissions. For instance, in 2022, total emissions were about 1,514,264,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction in 2023. The company has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, which suggests a need for clearer commitments in the context of industry standards for climate action. Overall, while National Express has made strides in reporting its emissions, the absence of defined reduction targets highlights an area for potential improvement in its climate strategy.

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Scope 1
815,788,000
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Scope 2
95,107,000
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Scope 3
9,620,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. National Express's primary industry is Other land transportation services, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 National Express is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

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.

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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