PostNord AB, commonly referred to as PostNord, is a leading logistics and postal service provider headquartered in Sweden. Established in 2009 through the merger of Posten AB and Post Danmark A/S, the company operates extensively across the Nordic region, including Denmark and Norway. Specialising in parcel delivery, freight services, and communication solutions, PostNord stands out for its commitment to sustainability and innovation in logistics. The company has made significant strides in digital transformation, enhancing customer experience through advanced tracking and delivery options. With a strong market position, PostNord is recognised for its reliability and efficiency, serving both businesses and consumers. Notable achievements include its role in facilitating e-commerce growth in the region, making it a pivotal player in the logistics industry.
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In 2024, PostNord reported total carbon emissions of approximately 464,081,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1 (about 26,322,000 kg CO2e), Scope 2 (about 5,173,000 kg CO2e), and Scope 3 (approximately 432,586,000 kg CO2e). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for an 80% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. Additionally, PostNord targets a 50% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per parcel by 2030. In the previous year, 2023, PostNord's total emissions were about 507,245,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 33,905,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 6,455,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 466,885,000 kg CO2e. The company has also committed to achieving zero emissions for last-mile transportation by 2027. PostNord's long-term goal is to become fossil-fuel free by 2030, reflecting its commitment to leading the climate transition in the logistics sector. The company has previously achieved a 40% reduction in emissions relative to 2009 levels by 2020, demonstrating its ongoing dedication to sustainability.
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2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 137,657,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 43,825,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 248,672,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 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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