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updated 6 months ago

FreightCar America, Inc.

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FreightCar America, Inc., a leading manufacturer in the railcar industry, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across North America. Founded in 1901, the company has established itself as a key player in the production of freight cars, including coal, covered hopper, and intermodal cars, catering to the diverse needs of the rail transport sector. Renowned for its innovative designs and commitment to quality, FreightCar America stands out with its focus on sustainability and efficiency in railcar manufacturing. The company has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in lightweight railcar technology, which enhance fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. With a strong market position, FreightCar America continues to drive progress in the rail industry, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner for freight transportation solutions.

DitchCarbon Score

How does FreightCar America, Inc.'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.

10

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.

17

Industry Benchmark

FreightCar America, Inc.'s score of 10 is lower than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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FreightCar America, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

FreightCar America, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have available carbon emissions data for the most recent year, nor does it report specific reduction targets or initiatives. The company has not disclosed any commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. As such, there are no specific figures regarding their Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions, nor any inherited data from a parent organisation. In the absence of concrete emissions data and reduction commitments, it is unclear how FreightCar America, Inc. is addressing climate change or its carbon footprint. The company may need to enhance its transparency and reporting on climate-related initiatives to align with industry standards and stakeholder expectations.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. FreightCar America, Inc.'s primary industry is Railway transportation services, which is high 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 FreightCar America, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

FreightCar America, Inc. is not participating in any 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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