Sbb
SBB, officially known as Schweizerische Bundesbahnen, is the national railway company of Switzerland, headquartered in Bern (CH). Founded in 1902, SBB has established itself as a leader in the transport industry, providing comprehensive rail services across the country and into neighbouring regions. The company operates an extensive network of trains, offering punctual and reliable services that connect major cities and rural areas alike. SBB is renowned for its commitment to sustainability, integrating eco-friendly practices into its operations. With a strong market position, SBB has achieved notable milestones, including the introduction of high-speed trains and innovative digital services. Its core offerings, such as regional and intercity trains, are distinguished by their efficiency and customer-centric approach, making SBB a vital component of Switzerland's public transport infrastructure.
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Sbb's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, SBB reported total carbon emissions of approximately 53,783,000 kg CO2e. This marks a significant decrease from 2023, when emissions were about 62,053,000 kg CO2e, and from 2022, which saw emissions of around 70,271,000 kg CO2e. The breakdown of emissions for 2023 includes Scope 1 emissions of about 22,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 3,800,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling about 154,000,000 kg CO2e. SBB has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50.4% by 2030, using 2018 as the base year. Additionally, the company plans to cut Scope 3 emissions from various sources, including purchased goods and services, by 30% within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include a further reduction of Scope 1 and 2 emissions by up to 92% by 2040 compared to 2018 levels. These targets align with industry standards for climate action, demonstrating SBB's commitment to sustainability and its role in reducing the carbon footprint of the transportation sector in Switzerland.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 31,700,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,800,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 141,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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