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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Nankai Electric Railway Co's score of 18 is higher than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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 various scopes: 84,693,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 107,469,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 134,550,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The company has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. In 2021, the total emissions were significantly higher at about 607,698,000 kg CO2e, indicating a potential downward trend in emissions. The breakdown for 2021 included 79,189,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 128,509,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a substantial 745,051,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3, highlighting the importance of addressing upstream emissions. Nankai Electric Railway Co has not publicly committed to specific science-based targets or reduction initiatives, which places them in a broader industry context where many companies are increasingly focusing on sustainability and carbon neutrality. The absence of detailed climate pledges suggests an opportunity for the company to enhance its climate strategy and align with global efforts to mitigate climate change.
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Add to project| 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
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| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 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 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Nankai Electric Railway Co is committed to some 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.
