ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd
ZIM's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2023, ZIM completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).
ZIM has also provided a category-level breakdown for 5 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
| Metric (tCO2e) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 - 2017 |
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Total Scope 1 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 2 | ||||
Unspecified Calculation Method | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
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Insights into ZIM's Operational Emissions
In 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of ZIM amounted to 5,528,090 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2). a
Compared to 2022, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of ZIM decreased by 4.78%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a
ZIM's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are ZIM's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2023, the total Scope 1 emissions of ZIM were 5,524,462 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Has ZIM reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2020, ZIM's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 88.44%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a
Compared to the previous year (2022), ZIM's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 4.84%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a
What are ZIM's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2023, ZIM reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 3,628 tCO₂e without specifying the calculation method. a
What methodology does ZIM use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2023, ZIM reported its Scope 2 emissions using an unspecified methodology. a
ZIM's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)
Insights into ZIM's Value Chain Emissions
In 2023, ZIM reported 1,731,322 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain. a
The 2023 disclosure of ZIM includes a breakdown across 5 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, up from 0 in 2022, reflecting improved emissions accounting practices and greater transparency across the company's value chain a
ZIM's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are ZIM's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, ZIM reported total Scope 3 emissions of 1,731,322 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Approximately 99% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 1% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does ZIM disclose?
In 2023, ZIM reported emissions for 5 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a
This partial disclosure allows for some insight into the company's indirect impacts.
What are the main sources of ZIM's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, the largest contributors to ZIM's Scope 3 emissions were: a
- Fuel- and Energy-Related Services (Cat. 3): 1,263,865.06 tCO₂e (73%)
- Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 4): 346,264.4 tCO₂e (20%)
- Capital Goods (Cat. 2): 86,566.1 tCO₂e (5%)
ZIM's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into ZIM’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2023, ZIM reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 5,524,462 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 5,162 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 1,070.18 tCO₂e per millions USD. a
ZIM's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does ZIM's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2023, ZIM reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 1,070.18 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 329.8, this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. a
Where does ZIM rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2023, ZIM ranked 20 out of 21 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a
This places ZIM among the least efficient performers, with one of the highest emissions intensities in its sector. a
Insights into ZIM's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2023, ZIM reported a total carbon footprint of 7,259,412 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 25.04% increase compared to 2022, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain. a
The largest contributor to ZIM's total carbon footprint was Scope 1 emissions, accounting for 76.1% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 3 emissions at 23.85%. a