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Ww Grainger

W.W. Grainger, Inc., commonly known as Grainger, is a leading distributor of industrial supplies, MRO (maintenance, repair, and operations) products, and tools. Headquartered in Lake Forest, Illinois, USA, the company serves a diverse range of industries across North America, including manufacturing, healthcare, and construction. Founded in 1927, Grainger has established itself as a trusted partner for businesses seeking reliable products and services. With a vast inventory that includes over a million items, Grainger offers unique solutions such as same-day shipping and an extensive online platform, making procurement efficient for its customers. The company is recognised for its commitment to quality and customer service, positioning itself as a market leader in the industrial supply sector. Grainger's notable achievements include consistent growth and innovation, solidifying its reputation as a go-to resource for businesses looking to enhance operational efficiency.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Metal Fabrication industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Ww Grainger's score of 36 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Ww Grainger's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, W.W. Grainger reported total carbon emissions of approximately 86,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of about 30,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 56,000,000 kg CO2e. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, including about 55,000,000,000 kg CO2e from the use of sold products and substantial contributions from upstream transportation and distribution, capital goods, and employee commuting. Over the years, Grainger has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In 2021, the company achieved a total of approximately 99,000,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 and 2 emissions, reflecting a downward trend from previous years. However, specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate strategy. Grainger's emissions intensity has shown a gradual decrease, with a reported intensity of about 0.006 kg CO2e per USD of revenue in 2022, down from higher values in earlier years. This trend suggests ongoing efforts to enhance operational efficiency and reduce emissions relative to revenue. Overall, while W.W. Grainger has made strides in emissions reporting and intensity reduction, the absence of defined reduction targets highlights the need for a more structured approach to climate commitments moving forward.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ww Grainger's primary industry is Fabricated metal products, except machinery and equipment (28), which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Ww Grainger is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Ww Grainger is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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