Hitachi Rail Europe
Hitachi Rail Europe, a subsidiary of Hitachi Ltd., is a prominent player in the rail transport industry, headquartered in Italy. Established in 2006, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across Europe, focusing on delivering innovative rail solutions that enhance mobility and sustainability. Specialising in rolling stock, signalling systems, and maintenance services, Hitachi Rail Europe is renowned for its cutting-edge technology and commitment to safety. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the successful delivery of high-speed trains and advanced signalling systems that optimise rail networks. With a strong market position, Hitachi Rail Europe continues to lead in the development of smart transport solutions, contributing to the evolution of modern rail systems across the continent. Its dedication to quality and innovation sets it apart in a competitive landscape, making it a trusted partner for rail operators and governments alike.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Hitachi Rail Europe's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Hitachi Rail Europe's score of 34 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Hitachi Rail Europe's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Hitachi Rail Europe reported total carbon emissions of approximately 50,724,300 kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of about 15,921,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 28,687,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 5,072,473,000 kg CO2e. This reflects their ongoing commitment to reducing carbon footprints across all operational scopes. The company has set ambitious climate targets, aiming for carbon neutrality at its main sites by 2030 and achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. These commitments underscore Hitachi Rail's dedication to sustainability and align with global efforts to combat climate change. Historically, emissions data from previous years shows a trend of significant emissions, with 21,420,700 kg CO2e in 2019 and 9,415,334,10 kg CO2e in 2020, indicating the scale of their operations and the importance of their reduction initiatives. As they work towards these goals, Hitachi Rail continues to focus on enhancing energy efficiency and reducing reliance on fossil fuels across its operations.
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Get Started| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | 20,310,680 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 21,570,790 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 899,651,940 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Hitachi Rail Europe is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
