- Major incident involving an inland vessel with a fatal casualty
- Increase in carbon emissions in 2021 (23.5 Mtonnes) due to coal-fired power plants
- Subversive crime (narcotics-related)
- Nitrogen emission limitations affecting energy transition projects
- Tight labor market
- Impact of the war in Ukraine on cargo flows
Havenbedrijf Rotterdam N.V.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2022 reporting, Havenbedrijf Rotterdam N.V. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 23.5 Mtonnes (2021). By scope: Scope 1: 2.5 ktonnes (2022); Scope 2: 0.1 ktonnes (2022); Scope 3: 0.6 ktonnes (2022). 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
23.5 Mtonnes (2021)
2022
📊 Emissions by Scope (2022)
| 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). | 2.5 ktonnes (2022) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 0.1 ktonnes (2022) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 0.6 ktonnes (2022) |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 23.5 Mtonnes (2021) |
| 2021 | 22.4 Mtonnes (2021) |
| 2019-2030 | 3.2 ktonnes in 2022 (TTW) |
| 2016 | 18.6 MT CO2 (2016) |
| 2015 | 24.8M tCO2e/year (2015/2016) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced carbon footprint by 47% between 2019 and 2022 (own operations)
- Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) validated emission reduction objectives for 2030
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 90% (Scope 1+2) and 60% (Scope 3 air travel, commuting) by 2030 (compared to 2019)
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve a 45% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from contractor assignments (fuels) by 2030 (compared to 2019)
- Achieve a 20% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from shipping by 2030 (compared to 2019)
- 40% women in workforce by 2030
🔭 Long-term
- CO2 neutrality by 2050
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Safety and securityConnecting city and portInternational port cooperationEnergy transitionHealthy living environmentSmart partner for our clientsEfficient logistics and sustainable accessibilityFuture-resilient organisation