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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.

40

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Rail Transport industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

20

Industry Benchmark

Hitachi Rail Europe's score of 40 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Hitachi Rail Europe's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Hitachi Rail Europe reported significant carbon emissions, with total emissions amounting to approximately 5,072,473,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 15,921,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 28,687,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling. Notably, the company also reported an extensive Scope 3 emissions total of about 5,072,473,000 kg CO2e, which includes emissions from the entire value chain. Hitachi Rail has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve a 100% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. Furthermore, the company is committed to reaching carbon neutrality at its main sites by 2030 and achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. These targets reflect Hitachi Rail's dedication to sustainability and its proactive approach to mitigating climate change impacts.

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2020202120222023
Scope 1
20,310,680
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Scope 2
21,570,790
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Scope 3
899,651,940
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0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Hitachi Rail Europe's primary industry is Railway transportation services, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Hitachi Rail Europe is in IT, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Hitachi Rail Europe is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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