Sotetsu
Sotetsu Holdings, commonly known as Sotetsu, is a prominent player in the Japanese transportation industry, headquartered in Yokohama, JP. Founded in 1907, the company has evolved significantly, establishing itself as a key provider of railway and bus services across the Kanagawa Prefecture and beyond. Sotetsu operates an extensive network of railways, offering unique services that prioritise customer convenience and safety. The company is renowned for its commitment to innovation, having introduced advanced technologies to enhance operational efficiency. With a strong market position, Sotetsu has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its railway lines and the integration of eco-friendly practices. As a leader in the transportation sector, Sotetsu continues to shape the future of public transit in Japan.
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Sotetsu's score of 37 is lower than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Sotetsu's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Sotetsu reported total carbon emissions of approximately 150,559,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and Scope 2 sources. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions amounted to about 126,295,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from purchased goods and services, downstream leased assets, and the use of sold products. Over the past few years, Sotetsu's emissions have shown a slight decrease from 158,085,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and 158,003,000 kg CO2e in 2021. The company has not set specific reduction targets or made formal climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment in climate action. Sotetsu's emissions data reflects its operational impact and highlights the importance of addressing both direct and indirect emissions in their sustainability strategy. The company continues to monitor its carbon footprint as part of its broader environmental responsibility.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 156,468,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 156,468,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 |
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Sotetsu 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.
