Swiss Post Ltd, headquartered in Switzerland (CH), is a leading player in the postal and logistics industry, renowned for its comprehensive range of services. Founded in 1849, the company has evolved significantly, expanding its operations across major regions in Switzerland and beyond. Specialising in mail delivery, logistics, and digital services, Swiss Post stands out for its commitment to innovation and sustainability. Its core offerings include parcel services, financial services, and e-commerce solutions, all designed to meet the diverse needs of customers in a rapidly changing market. With a strong market position, Swiss Post has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in digital transformation and a focus on eco-friendly practices. This dedication to quality and efficiency solidifies its reputation as a trusted partner in the logistics and postal sector.
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In 2024, Swiss Post Ltd reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,770,968,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 238,377,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, primarily from mobile combustion, and 1,530,851,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompasses various categories such as investments and upstream transportation. The Scope 2 emissions were recorded at 1,740,000 kg CO2e. Swiss Post has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from its own operations by at least 42% by 2030 compared to 2021 levels. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. The company is currently on track to meet its previous goal of increasing CO2 efficiency by 25% by 2020, using 2010 as the base year. In 2023, the total emissions were approximately 2,101,486,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 239,907,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at 1,859,435,000 kg CO2e. The trend indicates a focus on reducing emissions across all scopes, with significant efforts directed towards improving operational efficiency and sustainability practices. Swiss Post's commitment to climate action reflects its dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint, aligning with industry standards and expectations for corporate responsibility.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 228,182,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Swiss Post Ltd's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 18% last year and increased by approximately 571% since 2017, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Investments" being the largest emissions source at 65% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Swiss Post Ltd has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.


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