Nankai Electric Railway Co Sustainability Profile
Nankai Electric Railway Co., Ltd., commonly referred to as Nankai, is a prominent player in the Japanese transportation sector, headquartered in Osaka, Japan. Established in 1885, Nankai has played a pivotal role in connecting the Kansai region, particularly between Osaka and Wakayama, through its extensive railway network. Specialising in passenger and freight transport, Nankai Electric Railway is renowned for its efficient services and innovative approaches to rail travel. The company operates several key lines, including the Nankai Main Line and the Koya Line, which are vital for both daily commuters and tourists visiting the sacred Mount Koya. With a commitment to safety and customer satisfaction, Nankai has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of advanced train systems and eco-friendly initiatives. Its strong market position is underscored by a reputation for reliability and excellence in service, making it a cornerstone of regional transport in Japan.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Nankai Electric Railway Co'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.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Electrical Machinery Manufacturing 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.
Industry Benchmark
Nankai Electric Railway Co's score of 28 is lower than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Let us know if this data was useful to you
Nankai Electric Railway Co's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Nankai Electric Railway Co. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 192,162,000 kg CO2e, comprising 84,693,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 107,469,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. For the year 2023, specific emissions data is not available, but the company reported a GHG emissions intensity of about 8.7e-07 kg CO2e per JPY of revenue. Nankai Electric Railway has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, and there are no SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) reduction targets reported. The company’s emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that it operates independently in its reporting. Overall, while Nankai Electric Railway Co. has made strides in emissions reporting, it currently lacks defined reduction targets or significant climate pledges, positioning it within an industry context that increasingly prioritises sustainability and carbon neutrality.
Unlock detailed emissions data
Access structured emissions data, company-specific emission factors, and source documents
| 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | - |
How Carbon Intensive is Nankai Electric Railway Co's Industry?
How Carbon Intensive is Nankai Electric Railway Co's Location?
Nankai Electric Railway Co's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 78% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 59% of Scope 3 emissions.
Top Scope 3 Categories
Nankai Electric Railway Co'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.
Nankai Electric Railway Co 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.
