West Japan Railway Company Sustainability Profile
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.
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Industry Benchmark
West Japan Railway Company's score of 30 is higher than 55% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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West Japan Railway Company's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, West Japan Railway Company reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,300,151,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 140,805,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,641,495,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 3,517,851,000 kg CO2e. The breakdown of Scope 3 emissions reveals major contributions from purchased goods and services (about 1,975,177,000 kg CO2e) and capital goods (approximately 1,038,425,000 kg CO2e). In 2023, the company’s total emissions were about 4,635,790,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 144,604,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at around 1,347,600,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were about 3,143,585,000 kg CO2e, indicating a trend of high emissions primarily from upstream activities. Despite the substantial emissions figures, West Japan Railway Company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The company does not currently participate in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or have documented reduction targets. Their emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that the figures are independently reported. Overall, while West Japan Railway Company has made strides in transparency regarding their emissions, the absence of defined reduction strategies highlights an area for potential improvement in their climate action efforts.
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| 2014 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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West Japan Railway Company's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
West Japan Railway Company's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 12% last year and increased by approximately 20% since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 66% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 56% of Scope 3 emissions.
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West Japan Railway Company's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
West Japan Railway Company has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
