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Machinery Rental
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updated 2 months ago

CAI International, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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CAI International, Inc., commonly referred to as CAI, is a leading provider of intermodal freight transportation solutions, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1989, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions across North America, Europe, and Asia. Specialising in the leasing and management of shipping containers and railcars, CAI distinguishes itself through its extensive fleet and commitment to customer service. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, CAI International has achieved significant milestones, including a robust market position as one of the largest container leasing companies globally. Their core offerings include container leasing, logistics services, and asset management, all designed to optimise supply chain efficiency. CAI's dedication to quality and reliability has earned it a reputation as a trusted partner in the intermodal transportation industry.

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34

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Machinery Rental 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.

33

Industry Benchmark

CAI International, Inc.'s score of 34 is higher than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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CAI International, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Mitsubishi HC Capital Inc.

CAI International, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is a current subsidiary of Mitsubishi HC Capital Inc., which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. As of now, CAI International, Inc. has not established any documented reduction targets or climate pledges. This lack of specific initiatives suggests that the company may still be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. Given the context of its parent company, Mitsubishi HC Capital Inc., it is possible that CAI International, Inc. could align with broader corporate sustainability goals in the future. However, without explicit data or commitments, the current status of CAI International, Inc.'s carbon emissions and climate initiatives remains unclear.

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20192020202120222023
Scope 1
7,015,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
4,277,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
-
00,000,000
00,000,000
-
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is CAI International, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. CAI International, Inc.'s primary industry is Machinery Rental, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is CAI International, Inc.'s Location?

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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 CAI International, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

CAI International, Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

CAI International, Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which increased significantly last year and increased significantly since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Downstream Leased Assets" being the largest emissions source at 99% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Downstream Leased Assets
99%
Investments
<1%
Capital Goods
<1%
Purchased Goods and Services
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

CAI International, Inc.'s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

CAI International, Inc. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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