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East Japan Railway

East Japan Railway Company, commonly known as JR East, is a leading player in the railway industry, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Established in 1987, the company emerged from the privatisation of the Japanese National Railways and has since become a cornerstone of public transport in the Kanto region and beyond. JR East operates an extensive network of trains, including the iconic Shinkansen (bullet trains), commuter lines, and freight services. Its commitment to innovation and customer service sets it apart, with advanced technology and punctuality being hallmarks of its operations. With a strong market position, JR East has achieved notable milestones, including the introduction of the E5 Series Shinkansen, which exemplifies speed and efficiency. As a vital component of Japan's transport infrastructure, JR East continues to shape the future of rail travel in East Japan.

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48

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

East Japan Railway's score of 48 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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East Japan Railway's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, East Japan Railway Company (JR East) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,000,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,610,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 1,190,000,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 3,160,000,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions encompass various categories, including capital goods (about 1,140,000,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (approximately 590,000,000 kg CO2e). JR East has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 40% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by fiscal year 2031, compared to 2014 levels. Additionally, the company has established a near-term target to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 30% from a 2020 baseline by 2030. Furthermore, JR East is committed to achieving net-zero CO2 emissions by fiscal year 2051 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. These initiatives reflect JR East's dedication to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change within the rail transport sector.

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201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
1,330,000,000
0,000,000,000
000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 2
1,560,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 3
-
-
0,000,000,000
-
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. East Japan Railway'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 East Japan Railway is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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East Japan Railway is participating in some 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
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