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Nankai Electric Railway Co

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.

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32

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.

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Industry Benchmark

Nankai Electric Railway Co's score of 32 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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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, with emissions distributed across Scope 1 (84,693,000 kg CO2e), Scope 2 (107,469,000 kg CO2e), and Scope 3 (134,550,000 kg CO2e). The company has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. Over the years, Nankai Electric Railway's emissions have fluctuated, with a notable peak in 2021 at approximately 607,698,000 kg CO2e, primarily driven by Scope 3 emissions (745,051,000 kg CO2e). The company has not established any Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) reduction targets or formal climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment. As part of its climate strategy, Nankai Electric Railway continues to monitor and report its emissions, aiming to enhance transparency and accountability in its environmental impact. The absence of specific reduction targets suggests that while the company is aware of its emissions, it may need to develop a more structured approach to climate commitments moving forward.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Nankai Electric Railway Co's primary industry is Electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. (31), which is low 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. Nankai Electric Railway Co is headquartered in JP, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Nankai Electric Railway Co 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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