PostNL N.V.
PostNL N.V., a leading logistics and postal services provider, is headquartered in the Netherlands (NL) and operates extensively across Europe. Founded in 2011, PostNL emerged from the separation of TNT Express and TNT Post, marking a significant milestone in the postal industry. The company primarily focuses on mail delivery, parcel services, and e-commerce logistics, catering to both businesses and consumers. PostNL is renowned for its innovative approach to parcel delivery, offering unique solutions such as same-day delivery and extensive tracking capabilities. With a strong market position, PostNL has established itself as a trusted partner in the logistics sector, consistently achieving high customer satisfaction ratings. Its commitment to sustainability and efficiency further enhances its reputation as a forward-thinking leader in the industry.
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PostNL N.V.'s reported carbon emissions
In 2024, PostNL N.V. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 287,755,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 21,339,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 80,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 266,336,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompasses categories such as upstream transportation and distribution, purchased goods and services, and employee commuting. PostNL has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2030, using a 2021 baseline. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, the company plans to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 45% by 2030. Long-term, PostNL is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2040, with a further goal of reducing Scope 3 emissions by 90% by the same year. The company has consistently sourced 100% renewable electricity and is on track to maintain this commitment through 2030. These initiatives reflect PostNL's dedication to sustainability and its alignment with industry standards for climate action.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 30,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 200,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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