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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Central Japan Railway's score of 18 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2022, Central Japan Railway reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,705,000 kg CO2e, which included 137,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,569,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,248,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has not disclosed emissions data for 2023, and there are no specific reduction targets or initiatives outlined in their climate commitments. Historically, the company has shown a commitment to transparency in emissions reporting, with data available for multiple years. However, as of the latest information, there are no defined reduction targets or climate pledges in place. Central Japan Railway continues to operate within the context of the railway industry, which is increasingly focused on sustainability and reducing carbon footprints.
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2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
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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 |
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 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 |
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Central Japan Railway 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.