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National Steel Car Limited

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National Steel Car Limited, headquartered in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, is a leading manufacturer in the rail transportation industry. Founded in 1912, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the design and production of freight cars, boasting over a century of innovation and excellence. Specialising in the manufacturing of a diverse range of railcars, including tank cars, hopper cars, and intermodal cars, National Steel Car is renowned for its commitment to quality and engineering precision. The company’s unique approach combines advanced technology with skilled craftsmanship, ensuring that its products meet the highest industry standards. With a strong market position, National Steel Car has received numerous accolades, including ISO 9001:2015 certification, reflecting its dedication to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction. As a key player in the North American rail industry, the company continues to drive advancements in railcar manufacturing, contributing to the efficiency and sustainability of freight transportation.

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How does National Steel Car Limited'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.

8

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.

14

Industry Benchmark

National Steel Car Limited's score of 8 is lower than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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National Steel Car Limited's reported carbon emissions

National Steel Car Limited, headquartered in Canada, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. As a current subsidiary, it inherits its climate commitments and emissions data from its parent organization, which is not specified in the provided information. The company has not outlined any specific reduction targets or initiatives, nor does it appear to participate in recognised climate initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). Consequently, there are no documented commitments to reduce emissions or achieve net-zero targets at this time. In the context of the industry, National Steel Car Limited is expected to align with broader climate goals and initiatives, but specific details regarding their emissions or climate strategies remain unspecified.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. National Steel Car Limited'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 National Steel Car Limited is in CA, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

National Steel Car Limited 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.

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UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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