Central Japan Railway Sustainability Profile
Central Japan Railway Company, commonly known as JR Central, is a leading player in the railway industry, headquartered in Nagoya, Japan. Established in 1987, the company operates primarily in the Chūbu region, providing vital transport services across central Japan. Specialising in high-speed rail services, JR Central is renowned for its Shinkansen bullet trains, which are celebrated for their punctuality, safety, and efficiency. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of the N700 series Shinkansen, which has set new standards in speed and comfort. With a strong market position, JR Central continues to innovate in rail technology and customer service, making it a cornerstone of Japan's transportation infrastructure. Its commitment to excellence has earned it a reputation as a leader in the global railway sector.
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Industry Benchmark
Central Japan Railway's score of 13 is lower than 65% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Central Japan Railway's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Central Japan Railway Company reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,705,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 137,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 1,569,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 1,248,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has not disclosed emissions data for 2023, and no specific reduction targets or climate pledges have been identified in their current initiatives. Over the past few years, Central Japan Railway has shown a commitment to transparency in its emissions reporting, with data disclosed across all relevant scopes in 2022. However, there are no specific reduction initiatives or targets listed, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate strategy. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all figures are sourced directly from Central Japan Railway Company. The company continues to operate within the context of the railway industry, which is increasingly focused on reducing carbon footprints and enhancing sustainability practices.
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| 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 76,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,362,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 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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Central Japan Railway's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Central Japan Railway'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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Central Japan Railway'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.
Central Japan Railway 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.
