Network Rail Sustainability Profile
Network Rail, officially known as Network Rail Infrastructure Limited, is a pivotal player in the UK's rail industry, headquartered in GB. Established in 2002, the company has since transformed the nation's rail infrastructure, overseeing the maintenance and development of the railway network across England, Scotland, and Wales. Specialising in rail infrastructure management, Network Rail is responsible for track maintenance, signalling, and station management, ensuring safe and efficient travel for millions of passengers annually. Its commitment to innovation and sustainability sets it apart, with initiatives aimed at reducing carbon emissions and enhancing service reliability. As a key entity in the UK's transport sector, Network Rail has achieved significant milestones, including the successful delivery of major projects that improve connectivity and capacity. With a strong market position, it continues to play a crucial role in shaping the future of rail travel in Britain.
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Industry Benchmark
Network Rail's score of 31 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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Network Rail's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Network Rail reported total carbon emissions of approximately 154,062,400 kg CO2e, comprising 49,857,200 kg CO2e from mobile combustion, 9,948,300 kg CO2e from stationary combustion (Scope 1), and 94,256,900 kg CO2e from purchased electricity (Scope 2). This represents a slight decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 158,806,400 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 63,109,800 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 86,855,400 kg CO2e. Network Rail has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 46% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2029, using a 2018/19 baseline. Additionally, they plan to reduce Scope 3 indirect use-phase emissions by 28% by the same year. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and include a commitment that 75% of their suppliers will have science-based targets by 2025. The organisation's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent company, indicating that these figures are independently reported by Network Rail Limited. The focus on reducing emissions reflects a broader commitment to sustainability within the rail industry, aiming to mitigate climate change impacts while enhancing operational efficiency.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 73,295,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 128,119,800 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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Network Rail'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.
Network Rail has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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