The company’s CTP identifies three significant key performance indicators as decarbonization levers to inform its transition strategy: to improve fuel efficiency by 13% by 2027; to increase usage of renewable energy to 30% by 2030; and to increase consumption of biofuels to 20% by 2034.
The CTP’s focus on fuel management and consumption will help Norfolk Southern achieve its science-based target of reducing GHG emissions intensity 42% by 2034.
Environmental measures include innovative technologies and operating practices to improve locomotive fleet fuel economy. Fuel accounts for more than 90% of the company’s scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions. Increased consumption of low carbon fuels and renewable energy usage are also key components of the plan.
“Reducing the environmental impact of our operations is driven by our commitment to a cleaner and better planet for our employees, our customers, and our communities for generations to come,” said Josh Raglin, chief sustainability officer at Norfolk Southern. “We recognize the significant role of greenhouse gas emissions in global climate change, and we are determined to do our part in mitigating these emissions.”
The CTP is based on a maturity assessment following the CDP technical guidance on Climate Transition Plans and the Assessing Low-Carbon Transition (ACT) guidance. Norfolk Southern’s CTP responds to the evolving regulatory and market landscape surrounding climate change.