China COSCO Shipping Corporation Limited, commonly referred to as COSCO Shipping, is a leading global player in the shipping and logistics industry, headquartered in China (CN). Established in 2016 through the merger of China Ocean Shipping Company and China Shipping Group, COSCO Shipping has rapidly expanded its operational footprint across major regions, including Asia, Europe, and North America. The company excels in container shipping, bulk shipping, and logistics services, offering a comprehensive range of solutions that cater to diverse customer needs. With a fleet that ranks among the largest in the world, COSCO Shipping is renowned for its commitment to innovation and efficiency. Notable achievements include its strategic partnerships and significant contributions to global trade, solidifying its position as a key player in the maritime sector.
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China COSCO Shipping Corporation Limited's score of 9 is lower than 55% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2020, China COSCO Shipping Corporation Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 618,605,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 219,911,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of around 398,338,000 kg CO2e. Compared to 2019, when total emissions were about 630,586,000 kg CO2e, the company achieved a reduction of approximately 11,981,000 kg CO2e. The emissions data for 2018 shows a total of about 525,565,000 kg CO2e, indicating a trend of fluctuating emissions over the years. The GHG emissions intensity for 2020 was reported at approximately 8,860 kg CO2e per TEU, which reflects the company's operational efficiency in terms of emissions per unit of cargo transported. Currently, China COSCO Shipping has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or climate pledges, nor have they reported on Scope 3 emissions. The absence of defined reduction initiatives suggests a need for further commitment to climate action within the shipping industry context.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | |
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Scope 1 | 170,331,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 355,234,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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China COSCO Shipping Corporation Limited 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.