Port Of Rotterdam

Port of Rotterdam's Climate Commitments & Emissions Performance (NL)

In 2024, Port of Rotterdam, a leading entity in sea and coastal water transportation services, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,181,843,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of 692,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of 161,000 kg CO2e, and substantial Scope 3 emissions. Key Scope 3 categories included 2,157,000,000 kg CO2e from use of sold products, 22,658,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services, 390,000 kg CO2e from business travel, and 942,000 kg CO2e from employee commute.

Emissions Trends: The 2024 emissions reflect a decrease from 2023, which recorded total emissions of approximately 2,192,236,000 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, total emissions have generally shown a downward trend from a high of approximately 2,596,379,000 kg CO2e in 2021.

Reduction Targets & Achievements: Port of Rotterdam has set ambitious climate commitments, aligning with a 1.5°C global warming scenario. These include:

• Overall Port and Industrial Area Target: A 49% reduction in CO2 emissions by 2030 compared to 1990 levels.
• Near-Term SBTi Targets (2030 from a 2019 baseline):
  • A 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions.
  • A 60% reduction in absolute Scope 3 employee commuting and business travel GHG emissions.
  • A 45% reduction in absolute Scope 3 purchased goods and services GHG emissions.
  • A 20% reduction in absolute Scope 3 use of sold products and services GHG emissions.
• Achieved Reductions (2024 vs. 2019):
  • A 79% reduction in Scope 1 emissions.
  • A 39% reduction in Scope 2 emissions.
• Long-Term Targets: The port aims for climate neutrality by 2050, with a minimum 55% CO2 reduction by 2030 compared to 1990. The fleet strategy targets net-zero emissions by 2035 for its operations.

All emissions data and reduction targets are disclosed directly by the Port of Rotterdam Authority.