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Ahlsell

Ahlsell AS, a leading supplier in the Nordic region, is headquartered in Norway and operates extensively across Sweden, Finland, and Denmark. Founded in 1877, the company has established itself as a key player in the wholesale distribution industry, focusing on products and services for the construction, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC sectors. Ahlsell is renowned for its extensive range of high-quality core products, including tools, materials, and equipment, which are tailored to meet the specific needs of professionals in various industries. With a strong market position, Ahlsell has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have expanded its reach and product offerings. The company’s commitment to innovation and customer service sets it apart, making it a trusted partner for businesses across the Nordic region.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Ahlsell's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

46

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Wholesale Trade 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.

3

Industry Benchmark

Ahlsell's score of 46 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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Ahlsell's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Ahlsell reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 22,200,000 kg CO2e, comprising 4,780,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 3,170,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 22,200,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their carbon footprint across all scopes. Ahlsell has set ambitious climate targets, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2045. In the near term, the company plans to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 75% and Scope 3 emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2022 as the baseline year. Long-term, they aim for a 90% reduction in all scopes by 2045. These commitments align with industry standards and demonstrate Ahlsell's proactive approach to addressing climate change, contributing to global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C.

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Scope 1
1,829,000
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0,000,000
000,000
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Scope 2
8,327,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
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Scope 3
22,365,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ahlsell's primary industry is Wholesale trade and commission trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles (51), which is 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. Ahlsell is headquartered in NO, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Ahlsell is committed to some 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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