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Revenue Recognition - Summary of Estimated Revenue Related to Performance Obligations (Detail) $ in Millions | Feb. 29, 2024 USD ($)
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Revenue Remaining Performance Obligation Expected Timing Of Satisfaction [Line Items] |
Revenue type 1 | $ 1,100.0
Sustainable conversions |
Revenue Remaining Performance Obligation Expected Timing Of Satisfaction [Line Items] |
Revenue type 1 | 52.6
Management service |
Revenue Remaining Performance Obligation Expected Timing Of Satisfaction [Line Items] |
Revenue type 1 | 133.4
Other |
Revenue Remaining Performance Obligation Expected Timing Of Satisfaction [Line Items] |
Revenue type 1 | 13.0
Manufacturing | Railcar sales |
Revenue Remaining Performance Obligation Expected Timing Of Satisfaction [Line Items] |
Revenue type 1 | $ 2,725.8

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