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updated 16 days ago

Kowloon-Canton Railway Corporation

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The Kowloon-Canton Railway Corporation (KCRC), headquartered in Hong Kong, is a prominent player in the railway industry, primarily focusing on passenger and freight transport services. Established in 1910, KCRC has played a pivotal role in the development of Hong Kong's rail infrastructure, connecting key regions across the territory and enhancing urban mobility. KCRC operates several major lines, including the East Rail Line and the West Rail Line, offering unique services that cater to both commuters and freight logistics. The corporation is renowned for its commitment to safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction, positioning itself as a leader in the region's transport sector. With a legacy of innovation and a strong market presence, KCRC continues to shape the future of rail travel in Hong Kong and beyond.

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How does Kowloon-Canton Railway Corporation'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.

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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.

17

Industry Benchmark

Kowloon-Canton Railway Corporation's score of 5 is lower than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Kowloon-Canton Railway Corporation's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, the Kowloon-Canton Railway Corporation (KCRC), headquartered in Hong Kong (HK), reported its emissions data, revealing a gross global combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions per unit of total revenue of approximately 0.022 kg CO2e per USD. Additionally, emissions from transport activities in Scope 3 were recorded at about 7.09e-08 kg CO2e per km. KCRC has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives, nor does it appear to have cascaded any emissions data from a parent or related organization. The corporation's climate commitments remain unspecified, indicating a potential area for future development in sustainability practices. Overall, while KCRC has provided some emissions data, it lacks detailed reduction strategies or significant climate pledges, which are essential for aligning with industry standards and addressing climate change effectively.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kowloon-Canton Railway Corporation'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 Kowloon-Canton Railway Corporation is in HK, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Kowloon-Canton Railway Corporation 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
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