- Achieving significant reductions in Scope 3 emissions is more difficult than anticipated.
- Scope 3 trip emissions account for over 80% of the organization's carbon footprint.
- Limited viable options for immediate impact carbon removal projects.
- Difficulty maintaining conservation partnerships during the pandemic.
Active Travel Group
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2022-05 to 2023-04 reporting, Active Travel Group disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 671t CO2e (Wilderness Group), 210t CO2e (Cycling for Softies), 6313t CO2e (Ski Solutions). By scope: Scope 1: 95t CO2e (Wilderness Group), 21t CO2e (Cycling for Softies); Scope 2: 95t CO2e (Wilderness Group), 21t CO2e (Cycling for Softies); Scope 3: 576t CO2e (Wilderness Group), 189t CO2e (Cycling for Softies), 6313t CO2e (Ski Solutions). 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
671t CO2e (Wilderness Group), 210t CO2e (Cycling for Softies), 6313t CO2e (Ski Solutions)
2022-05 to 2023-04
📊 Emissions by Scope (2022-05 to 2023-04)
| 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). | 95t CO2e (Wilderness Group), 21t CO2e (Cycling for Softies) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 95t CO2e (Wilderness Group), 21t CO2e (Cycling for Softies) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 576t CO2e (Wilderness Group), 189t CO2e (Cycling for Softies), 6313t CO2e (Ski Solutions) |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Wilderness Conservation & Community Fund exceeded £100,000 since launch, supporting 5 key environmental and social projects in 2023.
- Wilderness Group reduced Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 16% (per guest per day) due to smarter vehicle fleet planning and electric vehicle pilot.
- Wilderness Group HQ in Aviemore delivers over 15,000kg of CO2e savings annually compared to previous office.
- Cycling for Softies average holiday footprint is 126kg CO2e per trip or 18kg CO2e per day; over 30% of guests choose train travel.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Develop and embed staff awareness; conduct carbon literacy training.
- Reduce Scope 3 supply chain emissions by working with accommodation partners.
- Reduce Scope 3 business emissions through departmental carbon budgets and sustainable travel choices.
- Further investigate viability of meaningful investment in carbon removal.
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve a minimum of 50% reduction in carbon emissions by 2030.
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero emissions (by 2030, focusing on carbon removal for unavoidable emissions).
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
ClimateConservationCommunity