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Abf Freight System

Abf Freight System, a subsidiary of ArcBest Corporation, is a leading player in the logistics and transportation industry, headquartered in the United States. Established in 1923, the company has built a strong reputation for its less-than-truckload (LTL) services, catering to a diverse range of industries across North America. With a focus on reliability and efficiency, Abf Freight offers unique solutions such as time-definite delivery and customised freight services. Operating primarily in the continental US, Abf Freight has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for service excellence and innovation. Its commitment to technology-driven logistics and customer satisfaction positions it as a trusted partner in freight transportation, making it a preferred choice for businesses seeking dependable shipping solutions.

DitchCarbon Score

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33

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Abf Freight System's score of 33 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Abf Freight System's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Abf Freight System reported total carbon emissions of approximately 516,471,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 501,593,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and approximately 15,188,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This represents a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions compared to 2022, where they recorded about 512,209,000 kg CO2e, and a decrease in Scope 2 emissions from approximately 16,364,000 kg CO2e. The company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. Abf Freight System's emissions intensity for Scope 1 is reported at 0.001 kg CO2e per mile, indicating a focus on improving operational efficiency. As a major player in the logistics industry, Abf Freight System is positioned within a sector that is increasingly prioritising sustainability and climate action. While the company has not set formal science-based targets or climate pledges, its ongoing efforts to monitor and report emissions reflect a growing awareness of climate responsibilities.

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Scope 1
487,303,000
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Scope 2
15,348,000
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Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Abf Freight System's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Abf Freight System 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.

Abf Freight System 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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