Vr
Vr, officially known as VR Group Ltd, is a prominent player in the Finnish transport sector, headquartered in Helsinki, Finland. Founded in 1862, the company has evolved into a leading provider of rail transport services, operating extensively across Finland and into neighbouring countries. Specialising in passenger and freight services, VR Group is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, offering unique solutions that enhance travel efficiency and environmental responsibility. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of modern electric trains that reduce carbon emissions. With a strong market position, VR Group is recognised for its reliability and customer-centric approach, making it a trusted choice for both domestic and international rail travel. Its dedication to quality service and continuous improvement solidifies its status as a key player in the European transport industry.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Vr's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Vr's score of 40 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Vr's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, VR Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 187,569,000 kg CO2e, comprising 58,719,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 8,372,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 187,569,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to reducing their carbon footprint significantly. Over the years, VR Group has demonstrated a proactive approach to climate commitments. They have set ambitious targets to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across their entire value chain by 2040. Specifically, they aim to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50.4% by 2032 from a 2022 baseline, while also targeting a 50.4% reduction in Scope 3 emissions related to the use of sold fossil fuels within the same timeframe. Furthermore, by 2040, they plan to achieve a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions and Scope 3 emissions from sold fossil fuels. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to limit global warming to 1.5°C, showcasing VR Group's commitment to sustainable practices in the ground transportation sector.
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Get Started| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | 104,212,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 13,986,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 164,758,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Vr is committed to some 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.
