Greenbrier Companies, a leading name in railway transportation services, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America and Europe. Founded in 1981, the company has established itself as a key player in the manufacturing and leasing of freight railcars, as well as providing railcar repair and refurbishment services.
Greenbrier's core offerings include a diverse range of railcar types, such as tank cars, gondolas, and intermodal containers, distinguished by their innovative designs and commitment to safety and efficiency. The company has achieved significant milestones, including a robust market position bolstered by strategic partnerships and a focus on sustainability. With a reputation for quality and reliability, Greenbrier Companies continues to shape the future of railway transportation, meeting the evolving needs of the industry.
-9 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
Rail Transport is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Rail Transport industry has reduced its overall emissions by 34% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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Greenbrier Companies's reported carbon emissions
Greenbrier Companies, a leading provider of railway transportation services headquartered in the US, reported its environmental performance across several years. For the reporting year 2024, Greenbrier Companies's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 78.8 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were about 52.7 million kg CO2e. The total Scope 1 and 2 emissions for this period amounted to approximately 131.5 million kg CO2e. In 2023, the company’s Scope 1 emissions were approximately 87.7 million kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions at around 59.3 million kg CO2e, resulting in a combined total of about 147 million kg CO2e. For the reporting year 2024 (data for 2023), Greenbrier Companies's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 87.7 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were about 59.3 million kg CO2e, leading to a combined total of roughly 147 million kg CO2e. In 2022, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 79.8 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were about 59.3 million kg CO2e, summing to a total of approximately 139.1 million kg CO2e. For 2021, Greenbrier reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 53.5 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 81.4 million kg CO2e, for a combined total of roughly 134.9 million kg CO2e. In 2020, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 65.1 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were about 87.8 million kg CO2e, totalling approximately 152.9 million kg CO2e. The company'
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Greenbrier Companies’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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