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Csx

CSX Corporation, commonly referred to as CSX, is a leading transportation company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1827, CSX has established itself as a key player in the North American rail industry, primarily operating in the eastern U.S. The company provides a range of services, including rail freight transportation, intermodal services, and logistics solutions, catering to various sectors such as agriculture, automotive, and coal. With a commitment to innovation and efficiency, CSX has implemented advanced technologies to enhance its operations, making it a pioneer in the industry. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its rail network and the introduction of environmentally friendly practices. CSX's strategic position in the market is underscored by its extensive rail infrastructure and a strong focus on customer service, solidifying its reputation as a reliable transportation partner.

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41

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Rail Transport 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.

20

Industry Benchmark

Csx's score of 41 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Csx's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, CSX Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,547,608,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 4,239,321,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 127,416,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions of around 149,526,830 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions intensity by 37.3% by 2030, using 2014 as the baseline year. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. CSX is also committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, recognising that reaching net-zero will require multiple pathways within the rail sector. The company aims to reduce Scope 2 emissions by 50% by the end of 2029, again using 2014 as the baseline year. These initiatives position CSX among the leaders in the transportation industry in terms of climate commitments, aligning with the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) guidelines.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Csx's primary industry is Railway transportation services, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Csx is participating in some of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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