Post Office
The Post Office Limited, commonly known as the Post Office, is a prominent British institution headquartered in GB. Established in 1660, it has evolved into a vital player in the postal and financial services industry, serving millions across the UK. With a vast network of over 11,500 branches, the Post Office operates primarily in mail delivery, retail services, and banking solutions. Renowned for its core offerings, including parcel delivery, bill payments, and travel money services, the Post Office distinguishes itself through its extensive reach and commitment to customer service. Notable achievements include its role in the community as a trusted provider of essential services, particularly in rural areas. As a cornerstone of British heritage, the Post Office continues to adapt and innovate, maintaining a strong market position in an ever-changing landscape.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Post Office's score of 18 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Post Office's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Post Office reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,870,900 kg CO2e. This figure includes 292,640 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, primarily from mobile combustion, and 2,048,070 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions related to purchased electricity. Notably, there is no reported data for Scope 3 emissions in 2023. In 2022, the total emissions were about 6,984,150 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 4,727,790 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 2,154,990 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were approximately 315,650 kg CO2e. The most recent data from 2020 shows total emissions of 9,733,400 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 5,942,500 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 3,534,030 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at 256,870 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Post Office has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments. The company has shown a downward trend in emissions over the years, suggesting ongoing efforts to reduce their carbon footprint.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 5,942,500 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,534,030 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 256,870 | 000,000 | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Post Office 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.
