J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc., commonly known as J.B. Hunt, is a leading player in the North American transportation and logistics industry, headquartered in Lowell, Arkansas, US. Founded in 1961, the company has grown significantly, establishing a strong presence across major operational regions, including the Midwest, South, and West Coast. Specialising in intermodal, dedicated, and truckload services, J.B. Hunt is renowned for its innovative approach to supply chain solutions. The company’s commitment to technology and efficiency sets it apart, offering unique services such as its proprietary tracking systems. With a robust market position, J.B. Hunt has consistently been recognised for its operational excellence and sustainability initiatives, making it a trusted partner for businesses seeking reliable transportation solutions.
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In 2023, J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,739,774,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 23,095,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 2,406,687,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting, covering all three scopes of greenhouse gas emissions. From 2022 to 2023, J.B. Hunt's Scope 1 emissions decreased from about 1,941,821,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions saw a slight reduction from 25,800,000 kg CO2e. However, Scope 3 emissions increased from approximately 1,482,873,000 kg CO2e in 2022. The company has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 3% reduction in Scope 1 emissions per million company-operated ton-miles by 2025, using 2019 as a baseline. Additionally, they plan to achieve a 32% reduction in carbon emission intensity across all scopes by 2034, also based on 2019 levels. J.B. Hunt's emissions data is independently reported and does not cascade from any parent organisation. The company is actively working towards its climate commitments, demonstrating a proactive approach to reducing its carbon footprint in the transportation sector.
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2014 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,601,142,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 1,322,223,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Jb Hunt is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.