POSTNL
POSTNL, officially known as PostNL N.V., is a leading logistics and postal services provider headquartered in Belgium. Established in 2011, the company has rapidly evolved, focusing on both domestic and international mail delivery, as well as parcel services across Europe. With a strong presence in the Benelux region, POSTNL has become synonymous with reliable and efficient logistics solutions. The company offers a range of core services, including standard and express mail delivery, e-commerce logistics, and innovative digital solutions. What sets POSTNL apart is its commitment to sustainability and customer-centric approaches, ensuring timely deliveries while minimising environmental impact. Recognised for its operational excellence, POSTNL continues to strengthen its market position, making significant strides in the ever-evolving logistics industry.
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POSTNL's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, POSTNL reported total carbon emissions of approximately 181,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes about 22,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and approximately 159,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, with no reported Scope 2 emissions. Over the past five years, POSTNL has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. Emissions decreased from about 231,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021 to 181,000,000 kg CO2e in 2023, marking a significant reduction. This trend reflects a broader effort to enhance sustainability within the logistics sector. Despite these reductions, POSTNL has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company continues to focus on improving its operational efficiency and reducing emissions, particularly in Scope 3, which represents the majority of its carbon footprint. Overall, POSTNL's ongoing efforts highlight its commitment to addressing climate change and reducing carbon emissions in line with industry standards.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 41,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 174,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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POSTNL 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.
