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SNCF, or Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français, is a leading player in the railway transportation services industry, headquartered in France. Established in 1938, SNCF has evolved into a pivotal entity in European rail travel, operating extensively across France and into neighbouring countries.
The company offers a range of services, including high-speed trains, regional transport, and freight services, distinguished by their commitment to innovation and sustainability. Notable achievements include the introduction of the TGV, which revolutionised high-speed rail travel.
With a strong market position, SNCF continues to enhance its services, focusing on customer experience and environmental responsibility, making it a cornerstone of modern transportation in Europe.
+51 vs industry average
SNCF’s score of 72 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Rail Transport is among the most carbon-intensive industries
The Rail Transport industry has reduced its overall emissions by 26% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
SNCF, based in France, reported total greenhouse gas emissions of about 12.45 billion kg CO2e in 2025. This figure comprises approximately 1.84 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 830 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 9.78 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
SNCF has set several climate commitments. The company aims to achieve a 42% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions between 2022 and 2030, a target validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Furthermore, SNCF is committed to reducing its Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions related to activities in the transport sector by 30% by 2030, compared to a 2015 baseline. For its construction sector business, a more ambitious 50% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions is targeted by 2030, also from a 2015 baseline. Additionally, SNCF has a near-term target to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 26% by 2030, with 2017 as the base year. A 26% reduction in Scope 3 energy-related GHG emissions is also targeted by 2030, using a 2017 baseline. Looking further ahead, SNCF aims for complete decarbonisation of its transport and building activities by 2050, aspiring to achieve net-zero direct carbon emissions by the same year.
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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