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Amtrak, officially known as the National Railroad Passenger Corporation, is a prominent player in the supporting and auxiliary transport services industry, specifically within travel agency services. Headquartered in the United States, Amtrak operates across major regions, providing vital rail services that connect cities and communities nationwide. Founded in 1971, the company has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its routes and the introduction of modern train services.
Amtrak's core offerings include intercity passenger rail services, which are distinguished by their commitment to comfort, convenience, and sustainability. With a focus on enhancing the travel experience, Amtrak has positioned itself as a leader in the rail transport sector, earning accolades for its innovative services and customer satisfaction. As a key player in the industry, Amtrak continues to shape the future of rail travel in America.
-13 vs industry average
Amtrak’s score of 22 is lower than 35% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Transport Services has below-average carbon intensity
The Transport Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 29% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
In 2022, Amtrak reported total gross carbon emissions of approximately 1.1 billion kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of 591,169,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of 123,763,000 kg CO2e. The company also detailed its Scope 3 emissions, which encompassed significant contributions from categories such as capital goods (269,559,000 kg CO2e), fuel and energy related activities (210,667,000 kg CO2e), and purchased goods and services (141,039,000 kg CO2e). Other Scope 3 categories included employee commute (31,352,000 kg CO2e), downstream leased assets (43,622,000 kg CO2e), waste generated in operations (13,404,000 kg CO2e), business travel (5,672,000 kg CO2e), upstream leased assets (950,000 kg CO2e), and upstream transportation and distribution (1,399,000 kg CO2e).
Amtrak's emissions data is directly reported by the National Railroad Passenger Corporation.
While specific reduction targets were not detailed in the provided information, Amtrak is actively disclosing its environmental performance through platforms like CDP. In 2020, Amtrak's total emissions were approximately 803 million kg CO2e, and in 2019, they were around 934 million kg CO2e.
No climate goals have been disclosed for Amtrak yet.
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