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 37 is higher than 97% 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 4,240,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 4,097,539,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 145,307,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 1,999,109,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This data reflects the company's ongoing commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. Norfolk Southern has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. The company aims to achieve a 42% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions 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 designed to contribute to global efforts to limit temperature rise to well below 2°C. The company's emissions intensity has shown a gradual improvement over the years, with a reported intensity of about 12,620 kg CO2e per million gross ton-miles in 2023. This reflects Norfolk Southern's commitment to enhancing operational efficiency while reducing emissions. Overall, Norfolk Southern's climate commitments and reduction targets demonstrate a proactive approach to addressing climate change within the rail transportation sector in the United States.
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Add to project| 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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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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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.
