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English Welsh & Scottish Railway International Ltd Sustainability Profile

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English Welsh & Scottish Railway International Ltd., commonly known as EWS, is a prominent player in the UK rail freight industry, headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1996, EWS has grown to become a key provider of rail transport services, specialising in the movement of bulk freight, intermodal containers, and logistics solutions across the UK and Europe. With a strong operational presence in major regions such as England, Wales, and Scotland, EWS is recognised for its commitment to safety, efficiency, and sustainability. The company’s unique offerings include a diverse fleet of locomotives and innovative logistics services that cater to various industries, including construction, energy, and retail. EWS has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its market position as a leader in rail freight, and continues to set benchmarks in service excellence and operational reliability.

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79

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.

16

Industry Benchmark

English Welsh & Scottish Railway International Ltd's score of 79 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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English Welsh & Scottish Railway International Ltd's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Deutsche Bahn AG

English Welsh & Scottish Railway International Ltd, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. However, the company is part of a corporate family that includes Deutsche Bahn AG, from which it inherits climate commitments and performance metrics. As a current subsidiary of Deutsche Bahn AG, English Welsh & Scottish Railway International Ltd aligns its climate initiatives with those of its parent company. Deutsche Bahn AG has established science-based targets and participates in various climate initiatives, including the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). These commitments aim to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes, although specific reduction targets for English Welsh & Scottish Railway International Ltd have not been detailed. The company is committed to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint, reflecting the broader industry trend towards climate responsibility. While no specific emissions data or reduction targets are available for English Welsh & Scottish Railway International Ltd, its affiliation with Deutsche Bahn AG suggests a commitment to robust climate action and adherence to industry standards.

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Scope 1
3,700,000,000
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Scope 2
5,440,000,000
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0,000,000,000
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0,000,000,000
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Scope 3
11,620,000,000
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000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is English Welsh & Scottish Railway International Ltd's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. English Welsh & Scottish Railway International Ltd's primary industry is Railway transportation services, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is English Welsh & Scottish Railway International Ltd'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 English Welsh & Scottish Railway International Ltd is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

English Welsh & Scottish Railway International Ltd's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

English Welsh & Scottish Railway International Ltd's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 23% last year and decreased by approximately 46% since 2015, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 63% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" being the largest emissions source at 15% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
15%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
6%
Use of Sold Products
4%

English Welsh & Scottish Railway International Ltd'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.

English Welsh & Scottish Railway International Ltd 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
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