The report (download below), the Class I says, “reflects CN’s progress and outlines actions taken to strengthen operation excellence by further tying sustainability to the core of its business strategy.”
“Delivering Responsibly is at the heart of how CN operates and grows,” said CN President and CEO Tracy Robinson. “This report highlights our commitment to powering the economy safely and sustainably. I want to thank our employees, customers, suppliers, and the communities in which we operate for their continued collaboration as we work together to build a safer, stronger, and more sustainable future.”
Key highlights from the 2024 Delivering Responsibly Report:
- “Environment: Achieved a 4% improvement in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions intensity compared to 2023 and increased renewable fuel use to nearly 10% of locomotive fuel. CN maintained progress toward its science-based 2030 and 2050 ambitions.
- “Safety: Recorded the second-best injury performance in CN’s history and improved train accident frequency by nearly 8% year over year and deployed enhanced behavior-based safety training to identify and control workplace safety risks for frontline supervisors.
- “People: Delivered more than 1 million hours of training, expanded accessibility upgrades across more than 30 facilities in Canada, and strengthened wellness programs for employees.
- “Community: Contributed approximately $20 million to community initiatives, managed more than 56,000 public line inquiries, and trained 97% of CN’s Procurement and Supply Management team on sustainable procurement.
- “Governance: Ranked first among 215 companies on the S&P/TSX Composite Index for governance practices, reinforcing CN’s commitment to integrity and transparency.”
As CN moves forward on its sustainability journey, the Class I says it recognizes that “collaboration is essential to success.” Through its EcoConnexions Partnership Program, CN recognized more than 30 customers, suppliers, and supply chain partners for their leadership in sustainability.
These organizations, CN says, “are helping drive progress on climate action, reduce environmental impact, and promote responsible business practices. CN believes that collaboration across the value chain is essential to building a more sustainable future.”
Recipients of CN’s 2025 EcoConnexions Partnership Program in alphabetical order are as follows:
