Norfolk Southern Corp 2021 SR
The report highlights Norfolk Southern's progress in transforming its sustainability program, including becoming the first major North American railroad to issue green bonds ($500 million). The company established a science-based target to reduce Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions intensity by 42% by 2034, with a 7% improvement already achieved in 2020. Key environmental initiatives include locomotive modernization, the use of precision scheduled railroading, and significant investments in nature-based solutions like the Brosnan Forest restoration. Socially, the company focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion, appointing its first AVP of DEI and reporting that 60% of executive vice presidents are female. Safety remains a core priority, with a 19% decrease in total reportable injuries and the completion of positive train control implementation.
Company: Norfolk Southern Corp
Sector: Industrials
Country: United States
Year: 2021
Type: SR
Pages: 45
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Norfolk Southern Corp
ESG Report
The report highlights Norfolk Southern's progress in transforming its sustainability program, including becoming the first major North American railroad to issue green bonds ($500 million). The company established a science-based target to reduce Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions intensity by 42% by 2034, with a 7% improvement already achieved in 2020. Key environmental initiatives include locomotive modernization, the use of precision scheduled railroading, and significant investments in nature-based solutions like the Brosnan Forest restoration. Socially, the company focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion, appointing its first AVP of DEI and reporting that 60% of executive vice presidents are female. Safety remains a core priority, with a 19% decrease in total reportable injuries and the completion of positive train control implementation.
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Document Details
Report Year
2021
Reporting Period
Jan 1, 2020 - Jun 30, 2021
Fiscal Year
2020
Type
Sustainability Report
Language
English
Pages
File Size
Standards & Assurance
Reporting Standards
Materiality Assessment
Other Standards
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Emissions
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Renewable Energy
Total Waste
Women on Board
Women in Management
Workplace Fatalities
Employees