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Greenbrier Companies

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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.

16

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

Greenbrier Companies's score of 16 is lower than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Greenbrier Companies's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Greenbrier Companies reported total carbon emissions of approximately 78,842,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 52,681,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, totalling about 131,523,000 kg CO2e. This marks a slight increase from 2023, where emissions were approximately 87,670,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 contributing about 87,670,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 about 59,346,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Greenbrier has shown fluctuations in emissions, with 2022 emissions at approximately 79,775,000 kg CO2e, 2021 at about 81,396,000 kg CO2e, and 2020 at around 87,808,000 kg CO2e. Notably, the company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or initiatives, Greenbrier Companies is committed to sustainability and has reported its emissions data transparently. The company does not inherit emissions data from any parent organisation, ensuring that its reported figures reflect its own operational impact. Greenbrier's emissions per tonne of steel in finished products have varied, with Scope 1 emissions per tonne reported at 98.0 kg CO2e in 2024 and 79.0 kg CO2e in 2023. The company continues to engage in industry-standard climate practices, although specific reduction commitments or targets have not been established.

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88,316,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Greenbrier Companies'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 Greenbrier Companies 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.

Greenbrier Companies 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
Reduction Actions

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