Transnet, a prominent player in the Pharmacies and Drug Stores industry, is headquartered in South Africa (ZA) and operates extensively across the region. Founded in the early 2000s, the company has established itself as a trusted provider of pharmaceutical products and healthcare services, catering to the diverse needs of its customers.
Specialising in prescription medications, over-the-counter drugs, and health-related products, Transnet distinguishes itself through its commitment to quality and customer care. The company has achieved significant milestones, including expanding its network of retail pharmacies and enhancing its online presence to better serve its clientele.
With a strong market position, Transnet is recognised for its dedication to innovation and community health initiatives, making it a key player in the South African healthcare landscape.
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Industry Intensity
Pharmacies and Drug Stores has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Pharmacies and Drug Stores industry has reduced its overall emissions by 26% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Transnet's reported carbon emissions
Transnet, headquartered in South Africa (ZA) and operating within the Pharmacies and Drug Stores industry, has reported significant carbon emissions. For the year 2025, the company's total emissions, encompassing Scope 1, 2, and 3, amounted to approximately 3.04 billion kg CO2e. This figure breaks down into approximately 520 million kg CO2e for Scope 1, approximately 2.23 billion kg CO2e for Scope 2, and approximately 533 million kg CO2e for Scope 3. Within Scope 3, notable contributions include approximately 141.2 million kg CO2e for employee commute and about 133.5 million kg CO2e for waste generated in operations.
In the preceding year, 2024, Transnet's total emissions were approximately 2.78 billion kg CO2e, comprising about 498 million kg CO2e (Scope 1), approximately 2.17 billion kg CO2e (Scope 2), and approximately 289 million kg CO2e (Scope 3). For 2023, total emissions stood at approximately 2.97 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 489 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 2.29 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 250 million kg CO2e.
Transnet has established long-term net-zero targets, aiming for a 20% biofuel drop in its locomotive fleet by 2039, contributing to its Scope 1 emissions reduction. Additionally, the company has a target for a 5% biofuel drop in the locomotive fleet by 2039, also related to Scope 1. Further, off-take agreements are in place to meet net-zero targets for a 20% green hydrocarbon drop in the locomotive fleet by 2039, impacting Scope 2 emissions.
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Transnet’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2039
20% reduction in Scope 2
Offtake agreements in place to meet net zero targets of 20% green hydrocarbon drop in the locomotive fleet in 2039.
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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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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