- Ageing assets and complex systems pose challenges to meeting net-zero targets.
- Supply chain disruptions due to geopolitical factors.
- Maintaining network reliability in the face of climate change.
- Achieving diversity targets.
National Gas Transmission plc
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023-04 to 2024-03 reporting, National Gas Transmission plc disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 381.4 ktCO2e/year. By scope: Scope 1: 343.1 ktCO2e/year; Scope 2: 37.4 ktCO2e/year; Scope 3: 0.9 ktCO2e/year. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
381.4 ktCO2e/year
2023-04 to 2024-03
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023-04 to 2024-03)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 343.1 ktCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 37.4 ktCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 0.9 ktCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023-04 to 2024-03 | 381.4 ktCO2e/year |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Compressor station and terminal NOx emissions for 2023/24 were 5.42 kilogrammes per compressor unit run hour, a decrease of 0.86kg/hour from 2022/23.
- Scope 1 and scope 2 carbon emissions reduced to 381 ktCO2e from 405.8 ktCO2e in 2022/23.
- Achieved 100% hydrogen flow for the first time into FutureGrid test facility.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce NOx emissions from compressor unit combustion to 6 kg/hour.
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve net zero emissions by 2050 (ambition of 2040 for scope 1 and 2).
🔭 Long-term
- Create a core hydrogen network across Great Britain.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate changeSafetyDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion