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Ahlsell, officially known as Ahlsell Group, is a leading provider in the wholesale trade and commission trade services sector, specialising in non-motor vehicle and motorcycle products. Headquartered in Norway, the company operates extensively across Scandinavia, serving a broad customer base in the Nordic region. Founded in 1877, Ahlsell has established a strong market presence through decades of experience and strategic growth.
The company’s core offerings include electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilation, and tools, with a focus on delivering high-quality, reliable products to professional customers. Known for its extensive product range and efficient supply chain, Ahlsell has earned a reputation as a trusted partner in the construction, industry, and maintenance sectors. Its notable achievements include maintaining a leading market position in Scandinavia, driven by a commitment to customer service and operational excellence.
74
DitchCarbon score
+47 vs industry average
Ahlsell’s score of 74 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Low
Wholesale Trade has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.134
20182025
The Wholesale Trade industry has reduced its overall emissions by 37% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
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Reported emissions
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Scope 2
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Ahlsell's reported carbon emissions
Ahlsell, a Norwegian wholesale trade and commission trade services company, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,834,933,000 kg CO2e in 2024. This includes Scope 1 emissions of 4,200,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions of 1,852,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of 2,828,715,000 kg CO2e. Key contributors to Scope 3 emissions in 2024 were purchased goods and services at 2,037,735,000 kg CO2e and use of sold products at 702,374,000 kg CO2e.
Looking back, Ahlsell's total emissions were approximately 2,816,689,000 kg CO2e in 2023 and 2,660,721,000 kg CO2e in 2022.
Ahlsell AB has set Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved targets to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2045, using a 2022 base year. Near-term targets include reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 75% by 2030, and absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 42% within the same timeframe. Long-term, Ahlsell AB commits to reducing absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by 90% by 2045 from a 2022 base year.
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Ahlsell’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
5 goals2030
75% reduction in Scope 2
Ahlsell AB commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 75% by 2030 from a 2022 base year.
On track75%
2045
90% reduction in all scopes
Ahlsell AB commits to reduce absolute scope 1, 2 and 3 GHG emissions 90% by 2045 from a 2022 base year.
Behind target90%
2030
75% reduction in Scope 1
Ahlsell AB commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 75% by 2030 from a 2022 base year.
Behind target75%
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Climate initiatives
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Ahlsell’s sustainability data and climate commitments
In 2024, Ahlsell reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2.83 billion kg CO2e. The largest share of these emissions, a substantial amount of around 2.83 billion kg CO2e, originates from Scope 3 categories. Specifically, purchased goods and services accounted for roughly 2.04 billion kg CO2e, and the use of sold products contributed approximately 702 million kg CO2e. Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions were significantly lower, totaling around 6 million kg CO2e combined. This breakdown highlights the critical importance of Ahlsell's value chain in its overall carbon footprint.
Data year: 2024
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