Grindrod Limited
Grindrod Limited, a prominent player in the logistics and freight services industry, is headquartered in South Africa (ZA) and operates extensively across Southern Africa and beyond. Founded in 1910, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in its journey, including the expansion of its integrated logistics solutions and the development of its port and rail services. Specialising in logistics, shipping, and financial services, Grindrod Limited offers unique core products such as freight forwarding, warehousing, and marine services, distinguished by their commitment to efficiency and sustainability. With a strong market position, Grindrod has garnered recognition for its innovative approaches and strategic partnerships, solidifying its reputation as a leader in the logistics sector.
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Grindrod Limited's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Grindrod Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 57,349,000 kg CO2e, comprising 24,665,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 18,126,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 14,558,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 47,584,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 23,658,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 13,991,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 9,935,000 kg CO2e. Grindrod has set ambitious long-term carbon reduction targets, aiming for a 52% reduction in Scope 1 emissions by 2035, and a similar 52% reduction in Scope 2 emissions by the same year. By 2040, the company targets a 68% reduction for both scopes, escalating to an 84% reduction by 2045. Additionally, Grindrod has committed to achieving carbon neutrality across all scopes by 2050, with a planned annual reduction of 3.2% from a 2019 baseline. These commitments reflect Grindrod's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint, aligning with industry standards for sustainability and environmental responsibility.
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| 2009 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 321,362,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Grindrod 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.
