Eimskip Sustainability Profile
Eimskip, officially known as Eimskipafélag Íslands, is a leading logistics and shipping company headquartered in Iceland. Established in 1914, Eimskip has evolved into a prominent player in the maritime industry, with a strong operational presence across the North Atlantic, including key regions in Europe and North America. Specialising in container shipping, freight forwarding, and logistics services, Eimskip is renowned for its innovative solutions that cater to diverse customer needs. The company’s unique approach combines a robust network of routes with a commitment to sustainability, positioning it as a trusted partner in the transportation sector. With over a century of experience, Eimskip has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its fleet and the enhancement of its service offerings, solidifying its market position as a reliable and efficient logistics provider.
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Eimskip's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Eimskip, headquartered in Iceland, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 280,019,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 280,019,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 2,251,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions, which cover other indirect emissions, amounted to about 63,695,000 kg CO2e, primarily from fuel and energy-related activities. In 2023, Eimskip's emissions were slightly lower, with total emissions of about 277,316,000 kg CO2e, comprising 277,316,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2,353,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 62,943,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The company has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although no specific reduction targets or initiatives have been documented. Eimskip's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that the figures are independently reported. The company has disclosed emissions across all three scopes, demonstrating transparency in its climate impact reporting. As part of its sustainability efforts, Eimskip continues to monitor and report its emissions, contributing to broader industry efforts to address climate change.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 235,139,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 267,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 375,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Eimskip's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Eimskip's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 1% last year and increased significantly since 2015, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 9% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" being the largest emissions source at 100% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Eimskip's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Eimskip has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
