Sydney Metro
Sydney Metro, a leading player in the Australian public transport sector, is headquartered in Sydney, Australia. Established in 2010, the company has rapidly evolved to become a cornerstone of urban mobility, focusing on the development and operation of a fully automated metro system. With a commitment to enhancing connectivity across the Greater Sydney region, Sydney Metro offers innovative services that include high-frequency train operations and state-of-the-art infrastructure. The introduction of the Sydney Metro Northwest in 2019 marked a significant milestone, showcasing the company’s dedication to modernising public transport. Renowned for its efficiency and reliability, Sydney Metro continues to set benchmarks in the industry, positioning itself as a vital component of Sydney's transport landscape. Its unique approach to integrating technology with public transport solutions has garnered recognition, making it a model for future urban transit systems.
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Sydney Metro's score of 23 is higher than 53% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Sydney Metro's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Sydney Metro reported total carbon emissions of approximately 58,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 13,884,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 40,510,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 4,940,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This data reflects a significant commitment to transparency in emissions reporting, with all three scopes disclosed. In comparison, the 2022 emissions were approximately 1,420,371,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 184,501,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 420,490,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 815,380,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a substantial reduction in total emissions year-on-year. Sydney Metro has set ambitious near-term reduction targets, aiming for at least a 20% reduction in carbon emissions associated with construction (Scope 1) and operations (Scope 2) by 2024, compared to business as usual. These targets demonstrate a proactive approach to mitigating climate impact and align with industry standards for sustainability. The organisation's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent company, indicating that Sydney Metro independently manages its carbon footprint and sustainability initiatives.
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| 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 184,501,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 420,490,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 815,380,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Sydney Metro is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
