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.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Csx'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.
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.
Industry Benchmark
Csx's score of 41 is higher than 92% 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 2022, CSX Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,080,649,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, which includes direct emissions from owned or controlled sources. Additionally, Scope 2 emissions, which account for indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity, amounted to about 133,532,000 kg CO2e. The company also disclosed Scope 3 emissions, totalling approximately 221,322,000 kg CO2e, which encompass emissions from the entire value chain, including capital goods and employee commuting. CSX has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 2 emissions by 50% by the end of 2029, using 2014 as the base year. Furthermore, the company is the first U.S. freight railroad to establish science-based targets, committing to a 37.3% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions intensity per million gross ton miles by 2030, also based on 2014 levels. These targets align with the Science Based Target Initiative (SBTi) guidelines, demonstrating CSX's commitment to mitigating climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the rail transportation sector.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 5,268,905,000 | 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 |
| Scope 2 | 300,170,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 177,381,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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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.
