Transurban Group, headquartered in Australia, is a leading player in the other business services sector, specifically focusing on toll road development and management. Founded in 1996, the company has established a significant presence in major operational regions, including Australia and North America.
Transurban is renowned for its innovative approach to urban infrastructure, offering unique solutions that enhance mobility and reduce congestion. The company operates several high-profile toll roads, leveraging advanced technology to provide seamless travel experiences for users.
With a strong market position, Transurban has achieved notable milestones, including the successful integration of smart tolling systems. Its commitment to sustainability and community engagement further distinguishes it within the industry, making Transurban a pivotal force in shaping the future of urban transport.
+45 vs industry average
Transurban’s score of 77 is higher than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Business Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Business Services industry has increased its overall emissions by 24% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Transurban's reported carbon emissions
Transurban, an Australian business services provider, reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 235,464,000 kg CO2e for the 2025 reporting year. This figure encompasses Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions.
For the 2024 reporting year, Transurban's total emissions were approximately 370,826,000 kg CO2e. The breakdown includes Scope 1 emissions of about 5,910,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions, which, on a market-based approach, totalled approximately 30,669,000 kg CO2e, and on a location-based approach, were approximately 184,066,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2024 were approximately 370,826,000 kg CO2e.
In 2023, Transurban's total emissions amounted to approximately 515,208,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were about 5,839,000 kg CO2e. Scope 2 emissions, using the market-based method, were approximately 47,829,000 kg CO2e, and using the location-based method, were approximately 184,551,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2023 were approximately 461,541,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from purchased goods and services (about 200,036,000 kg CO2e) and capital goods (about 213,238,000 kg CO2e).
Transurban has established ambitious climate commitments. It aims for a 50% absolute reduction in operational (Scope 1 and 2) greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, from a 2019 baseline. Furthermore, the company is working towards an intensity reduction of 22% in purchased goods (Scope 3) and a 55% intensity reduction in capital projects (Scope 3) by 2030. Transurban's long-term goal is to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across Scope 1, 2, and 3 by 2050. These targets are recognised by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) as being consistent with keeping global warming to 1.5°C.
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Transurban’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2050
50% reduction in all scopes
By 2030 50% absolute reduction in operational (scope 1 and 2) GHG emissions; 22% intensity reduction in purchased goods (scope 3) GHG emissi…
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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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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