Greenbrier Companies
Greenbrier Companies, Inc., commonly referred to as Greenbrier, is a leading manufacturer and supplier of railcars and related services, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1981, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including North America and Europe, and has achieved significant milestones in the rail transportation industry. Specialising in the production of freight railcars, Greenbrier offers a diverse range of products, including tank cars, boxcars, and intermodal equipment. Their commitment to innovation and sustainability sets them apart, as they continually enhance their offerings to meet evolving market demands. With a robust market position, Greenbrier has garnered recognition for its quality and reliability, making it a trusted partner in the rail industry.
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How does Greenbrier Companies'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
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Industry Benchmark
Greenbrier Companies's score of 25 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Greenbrier Companies's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Greenbrier Companies reported total carbon emissions of approximately 146,793,000 kg CO2e, comprising 59,176,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 87,303,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This marks a continued commitment to reducing emissions, as seen in the previous years where emissions were 148,650,000 kg CO2e in 2022, 134,137,000 kg CO2e in 2021, and 152,940,000 kg CO2e in 2020. The company has demonstrated a significant reduction in emissions over the years, particularly in Scope 1 emissions, which decreased from 96,347,000 kg CO2e in 2019 to 59,176,000 kg CO2e in 2023. Scope 2 emissions also saw a reduction from 62,035,000 kg CO2e in 2019 to 87,303,000 kg CO2e in 2023. Despite these reductions, Greenbrier has not publicly committed to specific science-based targets or climate pledges. The company continues to focus on improving its operational efficiency and reducing its carbon footprint in line with industry standards.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 96,347,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 62,035,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Greenbrier Companies 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.
