Gatx
GATX Corporation, commonly referred to as GATX, is a leading provider of railcar leasing and related services, headquartered in the United States. Established in 1898, GATX has built a strong reputation in the transportation and logistics industry, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. The company specialises in the leasing of tank and freight railcars, offering innovative solutions that cater to diverse customer needs. GATX's commitment to quality and safety sets it apart, ensuring that its fleet meets the highest industry standards. With over a century of experience, GATX has achieved notable milestones, including a robust market position as one of the largest railcar leasing companies globally. Its focus on sustainability and customer-centric services further solidifies its status as a trusted partner in the rail transport sector.
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Gatx's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, GATX reported total carbon emissions of approximately 24,866,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 14,646,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at around 10,220,000 kg CO2e. This represents a slight decrease from 2022, where total emissions were approximately 28,349,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 16,715,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 (market-based) at approximately 11,634,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, GATX's total emissions were about 27,699,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of approximately 17,066,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at around 10,633,000 kg CO2e. The trend shows a gradual reduction in emissions over the years, indicating GATX's commitment to improving its carbon footprint. Despite the reductions observed, GATX has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company continues to focus on managing its emissions, particularly in Scope 1 and Scope 2 categories, as part of its broader climate commitments.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 14,742,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 10,817,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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Gatx is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
