Central Japan Railway Company, commonly known as JR Central, is a leading player in the railway industry, headquartered in Nagoya, Japan. Established in 1987, the company operates primarily in the Chūbu region, providing vital transport services across central Japan. Specialising in high-speed rail services, JR Central is renowned for its Shinkansen bullet trains, which are celebrated for their punctuality, safety, and efficiency. The company has achieved significant 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 rail technology and customer service, making it a cornerstone of Japan's transportation infrastructure. Its commitment to excellence has earned it a reputation as a leader in the global railway sector.
How does Central Japan Railway'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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Central Japan Railway's score of 13 is lower than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2022, Central Japan Railway Company reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,705,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 137,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 1,569,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 1,248,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The total emissions from Scope 1 and 2 combined were about 1,706,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives, such as those aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). However, it is committed to improving its environmental performance, as indicated by its participation in the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). Central Japan Railway's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that the reported figures are solely from its own operations. The company continues to focus on enhancing its sustainability practices in the rail transport sector, contributing to broader climate commitments within the industry.
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| 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 76,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,362,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 |
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.
Central Japan Railway 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.
