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Real Estate Services
GB
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P&O Ports Limited Sustainability Profile

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P&O Ports Limited, a prominent player in the global port and logistics industry, is headquartered in Great Britain. Established in the early 19th century, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in its journey, including the expansion of its operational footprint across major regions such as Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Specialising in port management and logistics services, P&O Ports offers a unique blend of expertise in cargo handling, terminal operations, and supply chain solutions. Their commitment to innovation and efficiency has positioned them as a leader in the sector, recognised for their ability to adapt to the ever-changing demands of global trade. With a strong market presence, P&O Ports Limited continues to set benchmarks in operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

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83

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Real Estate 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.

26

Industry Benchmark

P&O Ports Limited's score of 83 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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P&O Ports Limited's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from DP World Limited

P&O Ports Limited, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of DP World Limited, which cascades its climate commitments and emissions data through a corporate family relationship. While P&O Ports Limited does not report its own emissions figures, it aligns with the sustainability initiatives and targets set by DP World Limited, which operates at a cascade level of 3. This includes participation in various climate initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), both of which are managed by DP World Limited. As of now, P&O Ports Limited has not established specific reduction targets or documented significant achievements in emissions reduction. The company is expected to adhere to the broader climate commitments of its parent organization, which focuses on enhancing sustainability practices across its operations. In summary, while P&O Ports Limited lacks direct emissions data and specific reduction targets, it is part of a larger corporate structure that prioritises climate action and sustainability through its affiliation with DP World Limited.

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201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
621,725,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 2
617,302,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
-
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is P&O Ports Limited's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. P&O Ports Limited's primary industry is Real estate services (70), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is P&O Ports Limited'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 P&O Ports Limited is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

P&O Ports Limited's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

P&O Ports Limited's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 45% last year and increased significantly since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 48% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" being the largest emissions source at 25% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
25%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
24%
Purchased Goods and Services
17%
Capital Goods
15%
Investments
7%
Downstream Leased Assets
4%
Upstream Leased Assets
3%
Employee Commuting
3%
Waste Generated in Operations
2%
Business Travel
<1%

P&O Ports Limited'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.

P&O Ports Limited has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. 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
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