National Express Sustainability Profile
National Express, officially known as National Express Group PLC, is a leading transport operator headquartered in the United Kingdom. Established in 1972, the company has grown to become a prominent player in the public transport industry, primarily serving regions across England, Scotland, and Wales. Specialising in coach services, National Express offers a range of products including intercity coach travel, airport transfers, and local bus services. What sets them apart is their commitment to affordability and accessibility, making travel convenient for millions. With a strong market position, National Express has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its services into Europe and a focus on sustainable travel solutions. Their dedication to customer service and innovation continues to solidify their reputation as a trusted name in the transport sector.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
National Express's score of 41 is higher than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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National Express's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, National Express reported total carbon emissions of approximately 834,815,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 79,122,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 1,097,680,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This data reflects a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, covering all three scopes. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions include significant contributions from purchased goods and services (221,783,000 kg CO2e) and fuel and energy-related activities (214,893,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2022, the company recorded similar emissions with Scope 1 at 830,287,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 83,577,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 remaining constant at 1,097,680,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a stable emissions profile year-on-year, particularly in Scope 3, which is often the most challenging to manage. National Express has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, and there are no SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) reduction targets reported. The emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Mobico Group Plc, indicating a corporate family relationship that influences its sustainability reporting. Overall, while National Express has made strides in emissions transparency, the absence of defined reduction targets suggests an opportunity for further commitment to climate action in the future.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 815,788,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 95,107,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 9,620,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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National Express's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
National Express's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 0% last year and increased significantly since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 55% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 20% of Scope 3 emissions.
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National Express'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.
National Express 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.
