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Port Of Antwerp

Port of Antwerp, officially known as Antwerp Port Authority, is a leading maritime hub located in Belgium. Established in the early 16th century, it has evolved into one of the largest ports in Europe, serving as a critical gateway for international trade. The port's headquarters are situated in Antwerp, with major operational regions extending across the North Sea and beyond. Operating within the logistics and shipping industry, Port of Antwerp excels in container handling, bulk cargo, and logistics services. Its strategic location and advanced infrastructure enable efficient cargo movement, making it a preferred choice for global shipping lines. Notable achievements include its recognition as a key player in sustainable port operations, reflecting its commitment to environmental stewardship. With a robust market position, Port of Antwerp continues to drive innovation and growth in the maritime sector.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Port Of Antwerp's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

26

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Port Of Antwerp's score of 26 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Port Of Antwerp's reported carbon emissions

In 2017, the Port of Antwerp reported total carbon emissions of approximately 18,650,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 15,110,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at around 3,550,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions also at approximately 18,650,000,000 kg CO2e. This marked a slight increase from 2016, when total emissions were about 18,460,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 14,640,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at around 3,820,000,000 kg CO2e. Despite these high emissions figures, the Port of Antwerp has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing its carbon footprint. The absence of defined climate pledges or science-based targets suggests a need for further commitment to sustainability practices within the port's operations. As a significant player in the global shipping industry, the Port of Antwerp's climate commitments will be crucial in addressing the broader challenges of climate change and reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the maritime sector.

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14,640,000,000
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Scope 2
3,820,000,000
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18,460,000,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Port Of Antwerp's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. Port Of Antwerp is headquartered in BE, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Port Of Antwerp is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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

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