Public Profile

Railway Industry Association

The Railway Industry Association (RIA), headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading trade association representing the interests of the UK railway sector. Founded in 1884, RIA has played a pivotal role in shaping the industry, advocating for innovation and sustainability within rail transport. With a focus on key business areas such as infrastructure development, rolling stock, and technology integration, RIA supports its members through expert guidance and networking opportunities. The association is renowned for its commitment to promoting best practices and driving forward the UK's rail agenda, making it a vital player in the industry. Notable achievements include influencing policy changes and fostering collaboration among stakeholders, positioning RIA as a trusted voice in the railway community. Through its core services, RIA continues to champion the advancement of railways, ensuring a robust and efficient transport network for the future.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Railway Industry Association'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.

13

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Metal Fabrication 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.

11

Industry Benchmark

Railway Industry Association's score of 13 is higher than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Railway Industry Association's reported carbon emissions

The Railway Industry Association (RIA), headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data for the most recent year. As a result, specific figures regarding their emissions in kg CO2e, including Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions, are not provided. Despite the absence of detailed emissions data, the RIA is committed to addressing climate change and reducing carbon emissions within the railway sector. The association actively promotes sustainable practices and initiatives aimed at enhancing the environmental performance of rail transport. This includes advocating for the adoption of low-carbon technologies and supporting policies that facilitate the transition to a greener railway system. While specific reduction targets or achievements are not outlined, the RIA's focus on sustainability reflects a broader industry commitment to reducing the carbon footprint of rail operations. The association's efforts contribute to the overarching goal of achieving net-zero emissions in the transport sector, aligning with national and international climate objectives.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Railway Industry Association's primary industry is Fabricated metal products, except machinery and equipment (28), 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. Railway Industry Association is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low 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.

Railway Industry Association 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.

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The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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