West Japan Railway Company
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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West Japan Railway Company's score of 22 is lower than 53% 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 2023, West Japan Railway Company reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,440,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 1,490,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2 emissions combined, and about 3,144,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions include significant contributions from purchased goods and services, which accounted for about 1,307,000,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, the company recorded total emissions of approximately 4,380,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 1,580,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 2,270,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 3,850,000,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a slight increase in total emissions from 2022 to 2023. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or climate pledges, West Japan Railway Company is actively engaged in monitoring and reporting its emissions. The company has not disclosed any specific science-based targets (SBTi) or reduction initiatives, which may limit its ability to demonstrate a commitment to significant emissions reductions in the future. Overall, while the company has made strides in transparency regarding its emissions data, further commitments and initiatives would be beneficial in addressing climate change effectively.
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| 2014 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | - | 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 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.
