Burlington Northern Santa Fe, LLC
Burlington Northern Santa Fe, LLC (commonly known as BNSF Railway) is a leading freight transportation company headquartered in the United States. Established in 1996 through the merger of Burlington Northern and Santa Fe Railway, BNSF operates across major regions, including the western and central United States, providing extensive rail services. As a key player in the transportation industry, BNSF focuses on moving a diverse range of goods, including coal, agricultural products, and intermodal freight. The company is renowned for its commitment to safety, efficiency, and innovation, utilising advanced technology to enhance its operations. With a strong market position, BNSF has consistently been recognised for its reliability and service excellence, making it a vital component of the North American supply chain.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Burlington Northern Santa Fe, LLC'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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Industry Benchmark
Burlington Northern Santa Fe, LLC's score of 21 is higher than 50% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Burlington Northern Santa Fe, LLC's reported carbon emissions
Burlington Northern Santa Fe, LLC (BNSF Railway), headquartered in the United States, has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at reducing its greenhouse gas emissions. Although specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, BNSF has committed to a significant reduction target. The company aims to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, as well as well-to-wheel locomotive greenhouse gas emissions, by 30% by the year 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. This target includes biogenic emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks. BNSF's commitment aligns with industry standards for climate action, as it is classified as consistent with the reductions necessary to limit global warming to well below 2°C. The company has not yet committed to a net-zero target but is actively working towards substantial emissions reductions in the near term.
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