Getlink, formerly known as Eurotunnel, is a leading player in the transport and logistics industry, headquartered in France. Established in 1986, the company operates the Channel Tunnel, a vital link between the UK and mainland Europe, facilitating both passenger and freight transport. With a focus on rail transport, Getlink offers unique services through its Eurostar and Le Shuttle brands, providing high-speed rail connections and vehicle transport across the English Channel. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the successful launch of Eurostar services in 1994, which revolutionised cross-Channel travel. Recognised for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, Getlink continues to strengthen its market position, making it a key player in European transport solutions.
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In 2023, Getlink reported total carbon emissions of approximately 154,499,000 kg CO2e, comprising 32,790,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 11,111,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 110,598,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown includes 27,903,000 kg CO2e from capital goods, 4,340,000 kg CO2e from employee commuting, and 47,845,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services. Getlink has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by FY2025, using FY2019 as the base year. Additionally, the company targets a 7.5% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and capital goods over 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. In 2022, Getlink's total emissions were approximately 149,279,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight increase from the previous year. The company has consistently reported emissions across all scopes, demonstrating transparency in its climate impact. Getlink's commitment to sustainability and emissions reduction reflects its proactive approach to addressing climate change within the rail transportation sector.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Getlink's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 10% last year and decreased by approximately 19% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 72% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 43% 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.
Getlink 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.

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