Norfolk Southern
Norfolk Southern Corporation, commonly referred to as Norfolk Southern, is a leading transportation service provider headquartered in the United States. Established in 1827, the company has evolved into a major player in the North American railway industry, primarily operating in the eastern United States. Specialising in the transportation of coal, intermodal containers, and various freight commodities, Norfolk Southern is renowned for its extensive rail network and commitment to safety and efficiency. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the merger with Southern Railway in 1982, which solidified its market position. With a focus on sustainability and innovation, Norfolk Southern continues to enhance its services, making it a vital component of the supply chain for numerous industries. Its dedication to operational excellence and customer service has earned it a reputation as a trusted partner in freight transportation.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Norfolk Southern's score of 42 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Norfolk Southern's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Norfolk Southern reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 4,242,028,000 kg CO2e, which includes Scope 1 emissions of about 4,142,028,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 145,307,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 1,999,109,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% per million gross ton-miles by 2034, using 2019 as the baseline year. This target aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is classified as consistent with keeping global warming well below 2°C. Norfolk Southern's emissions intensity has shown a gradual improvement over the years, with a reported GHG emissions intensity of approximately 0.00001263 metric tons CO2e per million gross ton-miles in 2023. The company is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, reflecting its dedication to sustainable practices in the rail transportation sector.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,784,047,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 201,474,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 3,013,192,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Norfolk Southern 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.
