Geodis, a leading global logistics provider headquartered in France, has established itself as a key player in the supply chain and transportation industry since its founding in 1904. With a strong presence across Europe, North America, and Asia, Geodis offers a comprehensive range of services, including freight forwarding, contract logistics, and supply chain optimisation. The company is renowned for its innovative solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of various sectors, such as automotive, retail, and healthcare. Geodis stands out for its commitment to sustainability and digital transformation, positioning itself as a forward-thinking leader in logistics. Notable achievements include its recognition as a top logistics provider in Europe, reflecting its robust market position and dedication to excellence in service delivery.
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In 2023, GEODIS reported its Scope 1 emissions in France at approximately 172,407,000 kg CO2e. This marks a reduction from 2022, when Scope 1 emissions were about 235,332,000 kg CO2e. On a global scale, GEODIS's total emissions for 2023 included 259,911,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 70,655,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 3,512,039,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. GEODIS has set ambitious climate commitments, pledging to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2022 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company aims to decrease the carbon intensity of subcontracted transport (Scope 3) by 30% within the same timeframe. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The company’s emissions data is cascaded from its parent organization, Geodis SA, which oversees its sustainability initiatives. GEODIS's commitment to reducing emissions reflects a broader industry trend towards decarbonisation, with a focus on improving operational efficiency and sustainability in logistics and transportation.
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| 2015 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 220,673,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 
| Scope 2 | 34,143,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 
Geodis's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 9% last year and decreased by approximately 31% since 2018, 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 "Upstream Transportation & Distribution" being the largest emissions source at 88% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Geodis has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
