Greenhouse Gas Intensity

Over the past decade, CN has been carrying a lot more freight more efficiently which has had a positive impact on the environment.

In 2009, CN achieved a GHG intensity reduction of 5% since 2007.

*the kilograms of greenhouse gas emissions per gross ton-mile of freight
Note: The emissions factors used are from the Locomotive Emissions Monitoring Program reports published by Environment Canada. The reports are available on the website of The Railway Association of Canada.

Compare the Energy Intensity of other transportation modes

Rail emits six times less GHGs than heavy trucks. Read more