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Transnet

Transnet SOC Ltd, commonly referred to as Transnet, is a leading South African state-owned company headquartered in Johannesburg, ZA. Established in 2000, Transnet plays a pivotal role in the logistics and transport sector, primarily focusing on freight rail, ports, and pipelines. With a vast operational footprint across Southern Africa, the company is integral to the region's supply chain and economic development. Transnet's core services include rail freight transport, port operations, and the management of petroleum and gas pipelines. Its unique integrated approach enhances efficiency and reliability in logistics, making it a cornerstone of South Africa's infrastructure. Notably, Transnet has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its rail network and modernisation of port facilities, solidifying its position as a key player in the African transport industry.

DitchCarbon Score

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19

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Maritime Transport industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

5

Industry Benchmark

Transnet's score of 19 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Transnet's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Transnet reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,730,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 600,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2,300,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 300,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This marked a significant reduction from previous years, with total emissions decreasing from about 3,220,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and 3,270,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022. Transnet's carbon emissions intensity has also shown improvement, with a reported intensity of 8.0 tonnes CO2e in both 2022 and 2023. Despite these reductions, there are currently no specified reduction targets or climate pledges documented in their reports. Overall, Transnet's commitment to reducing carbon emissions reflects a growing awareness of climate impact within the logistics and transport sector in South Africa (ZA), although further initiatives and targets would enhance their sustainability efforts.

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Scope 1
600,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
2,300,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 3
300,000,000
000,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Transnet's primary industry is Sea and coastal water transportation services, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Transnet is headquartered in ZA, which has a rank of very high, indicating very high grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Transnet is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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