Central Japan Railway Company, commonly known as JR Central, is a leading player in the railway transportation services industry, headquartered in Nagoya, Japan. Established in 1987, the company has significantly contributed to the development of Japan's extensive rail network, particularly in the Chūbu region, which includes major cities like Nagoya and Shizuoka.
JR Central is renowned for its Shinkansen (bullet train) services, offering high-speed travel that is both efficient and reliable. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the introduction of the N700 series Shinkansen, which has set new standards in speed and comfort. With a strong market position, JR Central continues to innovate in railway technology, ensuring a seamless travel experience for millions of passengers annually.
-2 vs industry average
Central Japan Railway’s score of 18 is lower than 41% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Rail Transport is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Rail Transport industry has reduced its overall emissions by 34% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Central Japan Railway's reported carbon emissions
Central Japan Railway (JP) is committed to achieving net-zero CO2 emissions by 2050 and has set a target to reduce CO2 emissions by 46% from FY2013 levels by FY2030. In 2024, Central Japan Railway reported Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions totalling approximately 1.33 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions for this period were approximately 70 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 1.26 billion kg CO2e. For the railway transportation services industry, Central Japan Railway's emissions for 2023 were approximately 1.35 billion kg CO2e (Scope 1 and 2 combined), with Scope 1 at approximately 66 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 at approximately 1.29 billion kg CO2e. Their 2022 emissions were approximately 1.32 billion kg CO2e (Scope 1 and 2), with Scope 1 at approximately 71 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 at approximately 1.25 billion kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed Scope 3 emissions data for these years, with missing data points including purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, and upstream transportation and distribution. Central Japan Railway's climate commitments, including the net-zero by 2050 and the 46% reduction target by 2030 from FY2013 levels, apply to all scopes and are derived directly from the organisation.
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Central Japan Railway’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2050
46% reduction in Scope 1
JR Central Group aim to achieve net zero CO2 emissions in 2050 as well as reduce CO2 emissions in FY2030 by 46% from FY2013 levels.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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