Flix Sustainability Profile
Flix, officially known as FlixMobility GmbH, is a leading player in the European mobility sector, headquartered in Munich, Germany. Founded in 2013, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across major regions, including Germany, France, Italy, and the UK, establishing itself as a prominent provider of long-distance bus and train services. Flix is renowned for its innovative approach to travel, offering a unique blend of affordability, comfort, and sustainability. Its core services include FlixBus and FlixTrain, which are distinguished by their extensive networks and user-friendly booking systems. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as becoming the largest long-distance bus operator in Europe, reflecting its strong market position and commitment to enhancing travel experiences.
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Flix's score of 35 is higher than 59% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Flix's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Flix reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,162,749,000 kg CO2e, comprising 143,628,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 28,804,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 990,081,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, with 708,924,000 kg CO2e attributed to purchased goods and services. This marks an increase in emissions from 2022, when total emissions were about 871,755,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 139,781,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 4,957,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 728,274,000 kg CO2e. Flix has made notable climate commitments, including a public pledge in 2023 to establish near-term science-based emission reduction targets aligned with the Paris Agreement, aiming for scientific decarbonisation by 2032. Additionally, the company is implementing a comprehensive fleet transition strategy focused on alternative fuels, with the goal of achieving carbon-neutral travel for FlixBus and FlixTrain in Europe by 2040. These initiatives reflect Flix's commitment to addressing its carbon footprint and contributing to global climate goals.
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| 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 139,781,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,957,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 728,274,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Flix's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Flix's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 25% last year and increased by approximately 25% since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the primary emissions source at 78% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Flix'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.
Flix 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.
