Port Of Rotterdam

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

In 2024, the Port of Rotterdam, a leading entity in sea and coastal water transportation services, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2.18 billion kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 692,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions of roughly 161,000 kg CO2e, and substantial Scope 3 emissions, primarily from the use of sold products, totalling around 2.16 billion kg CO2e.

The Port of Rotterdam has demonstrated a downward trend in emissions, with a notable decrease from approximately 2.19 billion kg CO2e in 2023 and 2.46 billion kg CO2e in 2022.

Ambitious Decarbonisation Targets:

The Port of Rotterdam has set ambitious climate targets aligned with a 1.5°C global warming limit. Key commitments include:

• Overall Reduction: The port and industrial area aim to reduce CO2 emissions by 49% by 2030 compared to 1990 levels.
• Near-term Scope 1 & 2: The Port of Rotterdam Authority commits to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. Notably, a 79% reduction in Scope 1 emissions was achieved in 2024 compared to 2019, and a 39% reduction in Scope 2 emissions was achieved over the same period.
• Near-term Scope 3:
  • Employee commuting and business travel GHG emissions are targeted for a 60% reduction by 2030 from a 2019 base year.
  • Purchased goods and services GHG emissions are targeted for a 45% reduction by 2030 from a 2019 base year.
  • Use of sold products and services GHG emissions are targeted for a 20% reduction by 2030 from a 2019 base year.
• Long-term Net Zero: The Port of Rotterdam aims for climate neutrality by 2050. Furthermore, their fleet strategy targets net zero emissions by 2035 for Scope 1 and Scope 2.

These targets have been set in collaboration with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), with near-term targets classified as consistent with reductions required to limit warming to 1.5°C. This commitment reflects their dedication to transitioning towards a more sustainable and low-carbon future within the maritime industry.