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.
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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.
Industry Benchmark
Open Joint Stock Company "Russian Railways"'s score of 5 is lower than 91% 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
In 2022, Open Joint Stock Company "Russian Railways" reported its carbon emissions data, focusing on its operational impact. The company disclosed a carbon intensity of approximately 0.007795 kg CO2e per gross virtual tonne-kilometre (tkm) for its Scope 1 and 2 emissions. However, specific total emissions figures for these scopes were not provided, and there is no available data for Scope 3 emissions. Currently, Russian Railways has not set any formal reduction targets or commitments, nor does it participate in initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The absence of disclosed reduction initiatives indicates a potential area for improvement in their climate strategy. As a major player in the transportation sector, Russian Railways operates within an industry context that increasingly prioritises sustainability and carbon reduction. The company’s current emissions profile and lack of reduction commitments highlight the need for enhanced climate action to align with global sustainability goals.
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Open Joint Stock Company "Russian Railways" 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.
