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Open Joint Stock Company "Russian Railways"

Open Joint Stock Company "Russian Railways" (RZD) is a leading player in the global railway industry, headquartered in Moscow, Russia. Established in 2001, the company has since evolved into a vital component of the nation’s transport infrastructure, operating extensive rail networks across Russia and neighbouring countries. RZD focuses on passenger and freight transportation, offering unique services that include high-speed rail and logistics solutions. The company is renowned for its commitment to safety, efficiency, and innovation, positioning itself as a market leader in rail transport. With significant milestones such as the introduction of the Sapsan high-speed train, Russian Railways continues to enhance its service offerings, contributing to the economic development of the regions it serves.

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How does Open Joint Stock Company "Russian Railways"'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.

14

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.

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Industry Benchmark

Open Joint Stock Company "Russian Railways"'s score of 14 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Open Joint Stock Company "Russian Railways"'s reported carbon emissions

Open Joint Stock Company "Russian Railways," headquartered in Russia, has reported its carbon emissions data for recent years, focusing primarily on Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. In 2022, the company emitted approximately 11,800 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 25,800 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This marks a significant reduction from 2016, when emissions were approximately 448,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 alone. The emissions trend shows a notable decrease over the years, with Scope 1 emissions dropping from 448,000,000 kg CO2e in 2016 to 11,800 kg CO2e in 2022. Similarly, Scope 2 emissions have also seen a decline, from 25,800 kg CO2e in 2022 compared to previous years. Despite these reductions, there are currently no publicly disclosed reduction targets or climate pledges from Russian Railways. The company has not committed to any specific science-based targets or initiatives aimed at further reducing its carbon footprint. As the rail industry increasingly focuses on sustainability, Russian Railways may need to establish clear climate commitments to align with global efforts to combat climate change.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Open Joint Stock Company "Russian Railways"'s primary industry is Railway transportation services, which is medium 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. Open Joint Stock Company "Russian Railways" is headquartered in RU, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

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.

Open Joint Stock Company "Russian Railways" 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
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