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West Japan Railway Company, commonly known as JR West, is a leading player in the railway industry, headquartered in Osaka, Japan. Established in 1987, the company emerged from the privatisation of the Japanese National Railways and has since become a vital transportation provider in the western regions of Japan, including Kansai, Chugoku, and Shikoku.
JR West operates an extensive network of rail services, including the Shinkansen (bullet train) and local commuter lines, renowned for their punctuality and efficiency. The company is also involved in various ancillary businesses, such as real estate and tourism, enhancing the travel experience for millions of passengers annually. With a strong market position, JR West continues to innovate, focusing on sustainability and customer satisfaction, solidifying its reputation as a cornerstone of Japan's transportation infrastructure.
+16 vs industry average
West Japan Railway Company’s score of 37 is higher than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Rail Transport has typical carbon intensity
The Rail Transport industry has reduced its overall emissions by 26% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
West Japan Railway Company (JR West), headquartered in Japan, reported a total of approximately 6.36 billion kg CO2e in emissions for 2025. This total encompasses Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions.
The company's emissions breakdown for 2025 includes:
In 2024, JR West's total emissions were approximately 5.30 billion kg CO2e, comprising:
For 2023, total emissions were approximately 4.64 billion kg CO2e, with:
In 2022, total emissions were approximately 4.45 billion kg CO2e, including:
West Japan Railway Company has set a long-term goal to achieve net-zero CO2 emissions for its overall group by 2050, covering all scopes. As interim targets, the company aims for a 35% reduction in emissions by fiscal year 2026 and a 50% reduction by fiscal year 2031, both relative to fiscal year 2014 levels.
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2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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