CN Releases 2024 Sustainability Data Supplement

Core Insights - CN has been recognized for the seventeenth consecutive year in the Corporate Knights Best 50 Corporate Citizens list, highlighting its commitment to sustainability [1][4] - The company emphasizes that sustainability is integrated into its operations, focusing on reducing emissions and investing in innovation [2] - CN's 2024 Sustainability Data Supplement outlines its progress towards sustainability goals, including safe and efficient goods transportation and community development [3] Sustainability Performance - CN achieved a reduction of approximately 4% in total absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas emissions from 2023, with a 27% progress towards its 2030 science-based target for Scope 1 and 2 emissions [7] - The company reported an 8% improvement in operational safety, although the personal injury frequency rate increased by 8% from 2023, indicating areas needing attention [7] - CN launched its inaugural Indigenous Reconciliation Action Plan (IRAP), which includes 16 measurable commitments for advancing reconciliation over the next three years [7] Economic Impact - Operating in Canada and the United States with approximately 25,000 employees, CN distributed over $15 billion in direct economic value [7] - In 2024, CN's capital investments were approximately $3.5 billion, reflecting its commitment to growth and sustainability [7] Corporate Citizenship Ranking - The Best 50 Corporate Citizens list is based on an analysis of 344 large Canadian organizations using 25 quantitative key performance indicators related to sustainability [5]