Swiss Post Ltd, headquartered in Switzerland (CH), is a leading player in the postal and logistics industry, renowned for its comprehensive range of services. Founded in 1849, the company has evolved significantly, expanding its operations across major regions in Switzerland and beyond. Specialising in mail delivery, logistics, and digital services, Swiss Post stands out for its commitment to innovation and sustainability. Its core offerings include parcel services, financial services, and e-commerce solutions, all designed to meet the diverse needs of customers in a rapidly changing market. With a strong market position, Swiss Post has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in digital transformation and a focus on eco-friendly practices. This dedication to quality and efficiency solidifies its reputation as a trusted partner in the logistics and postal sector.
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In 2024, Swiss Post Ltd reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,770,968,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 238,377,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 1,740,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 1,530,851,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions encompass various categories, with the largest contributions from investments (998,283,000 kg CO2e) and upstream transportation and distribution (195,150,000 kg CO2e). In comparison, the 2023 emissions were about 2,101,486,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction in total emissions year-on-year. The breakdown for 2023 included 239,907,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2,143,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 1,859,435,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Swiss Post has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from its own operations by at least 42% by 2030, compared to 2021 levels. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. The company previously aimed for a 25% increase in CO2 efficiency by 2020, based on 2010 levels, and appears to be on track to meet this objective. Overall, Swiss Post Ltd is actively working towards significant emissions reductions and enhancing its sustainability practices, aligning with industry standards for climate action.
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2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 228,182,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Swiss Post Ltd 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.