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Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation Limited

Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation Limited (IRCTC) is a pivotal entity in India's railway and tourism sector, headquartered in New Delhi. Established in 1999, IRCTC has revolutionised the travel experience by providing comprehensive catering services, online ticketing, and tourism packages across the country. With a focus on enhancing passenger convenience, IRCTC offers unique services such as e-catering, where travellers can order meals from a variety of cuisines while on the move. The corporation has achieved significant milestones, including the launch of its user-friendly website and mobile app, which have transformed the way millions book train tickets. As a leader in the railway catering and tourism industry, IRCTC continues to set benchmarks in customer service and operational efficiency, making it an indispensable part of India's travel landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation Limited'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.

6

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Land Transportation 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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation Limited's score of 6 is lower than 58% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation Limited's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation Limited (IRCTC) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 20,022,930 kg CO2e from Scope 2 and about 392,380 kg CO2e from Scope 1, resulting in a combined total of approximately 20,415,310 kg CO2e. This represents a significant increase in emissions compared to 2023, where the company recorded about 14,630,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 and approximately 169,790 kg CO2e from Scope 1, totalling around 14,799,790 kg CO2e. IRCTC has disclosed emissions data for Scope 1 and Scope 2 but has not provided information on Scope 3 emissions. Despite the increase in emissions, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges outlined by the company. The emissions intensity per rupee of turnover has also increased, indicating a need for enhanced sustainability measures moving forward. As a key player in the Indian railway sector, IRCTC's climate commitments and emissions management will be crucial in addressing the broader challenges of climate change and aligning with industry standards for sustainability.

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20232024
Scope 1
169,790
000,000
Scope 2
14,630,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation Limited's primary industry is Other land transportation services, which is medium 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. Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation Limited is headquartered in IN, which has a rank of very high, indicating very high grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation Limited 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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