Port of Newcastle, officially known as Newcastle Port Corporation, is a pivotal player in Australia's maritime industry, headquartered in Newcastle, New South Wales. Established in 1804, it has evolved into one of the largest and most diverse ports in the country, serving key operational regions including the Hunter Valley and beyond. The port primarily focuses on bulk cargo handling, particularly coal, grain, and general cargo, distinguishing itself with state-of-the-art facilities and efficient logistics. Its strategic location and deep-water capabilities enable it to accommodate large vessels, enhancing its competitive edge in the market. Recognised for its significant contributions to the local economy, Port of Newcastle has achieved notable milestones, including being the largest coal export port globally. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, it continues to play a crucial role in supporting Australia's trade and industry.
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In 2023, Port of Newcastle reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,144,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 2,387,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, while Scope 2 emissions were recorded at 0 kg CO2e. Notably, Scope 3 emissions accounted for a significant 165,965,000 kg CO2e, indicating a substantial impact from upstream and downstream activities. Comparatively, in 2022, the total emissions were about 3,267,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 2,582,000 kg CO2e and no recorded Scope 2 emissions. The trend shows a slight decrease in total emissions from 2022 to 2023. Port of Newcastle has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as per the available data. The emissions data is cascaded from the parent organization, Port of Newcastle, with additional performance data sourced from China Merchants Port Holdings Company Limited at a cascade level of 1. Overall, while Port of Newcastle has made strides in tracking its emissions, the absence of defined reduction targets highlights an area for potential improvement in its climate commitments.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 2,381,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 1,400,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | - | - | - |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 |
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Port Of Newcastle is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.