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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Industry Benchmark
Greenbrier Companies's score of 38 is higher than 94% 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 88,670,000 kg CO2e, comprising 52,681,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 35,989,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has also disclosed Scope 3 emissions, which totalled about 87,670,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, Greenbrier's emissions were approximately 79,775,000 kg CO2e, with 78,842,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 41,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This indicates a slight increase in total emissions year-on-year, despite a reduction in Scope 2 emissions. In 2021, the company reported total emissions of about 173,287,000 kg CO2e, with 53,541,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 81,396,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 173,287,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Greenbrier has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, which may reflect the broader industry context where many companies are still developing comprehensive strategies to address carbon emissions. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, aligning with industry standards for transparency and accountability in climate action.
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| 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 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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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.
