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Kowloon-Canton Railway Corporation Sustainability Profile

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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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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.

19

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) reported its carbon 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 emissions data from a parent organisation. The corporation's climate commitments remain unspecified, indicating a potential area for future development in sustainability practices. Overall, KCRC's emissions data reflects its operational impact, but the absence of defined reduction strategies highlights the need for enhanced climate action within the organisation.

How Carbon Intensive is Kowloon-Canton Railway Corporation's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kowloon-Canton Railway Corporation's primary industry is Rail Transport, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Kowloon-Canton Railway Corporation's Location?

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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.

Kowloon-Canton Railway Corporation's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Kowloon-Canton Railway Corporation has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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