Sncf Sustainability Profile
SNCF, or Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français, is a leading player in the European rail transport industry, headquartered in France. Established in 1938, SNCF has evolved into a pivotal entity in the transportation sector, operating extensive rail networks across France and into neighbouring countries. The company offers a range of services, including high-speed trains, regional transport, and freight services, distinguished by their commitment to innovation and sustainability. Notable milestones include the launch of the TGV, which revolutionised rail travel with its speed and efficiency. SNCF holds a prominent market position, recognised for its reliability and customer service, making it a preferred choice for millions of passengers annually. With a focus on enhancing connectivity and reducing environmental impact, SNCF continues to shape the future of rail travel in Europe.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Sncf's score of 59 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Sncf's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, SNCF reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 13,111,789,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 1,882,380,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 970,543,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 10,258,866,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The company aims to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 30% for transport activities and 50% for construction sector activities from 2015 to 2030. Additionally, SNCF has set a long-term goal of achieving complete decarbonisation of its transport and building activities by 2050, targeting zero direct carbon emissions by the same year. In 2023, SNCF's emissions were reported at approximately 12,942,335,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,760,670,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 1,648,644,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions at 9,533,022,000 kg CO2e. The company has committed to reducing its GHG emissions within Scope 1 and 2 by 26% by 2030, using 2017 as the baseline year. SNCF's emissions data is sourced from Société nationale SNCF, société anonyme, and reflects their ongoing commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,660,782,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 722,748,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 583,235,000 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Sncf's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Sncf's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 8% last year and increased significantly since 2015, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 78% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Upstream Transportation & Distribution" being the largest emissions source at 36% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Sncf'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.
Sncf 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.
