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.
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Ahlsell's score of 77 is higher than 93% 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 2024, Ahlsell reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,834,767,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 2,828,715,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were approximately 4,200,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled around 2,052,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, the total emissions were slightly lower at about 2,816,689,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions again dominating at approximately 2,808,398,000 kg CO2e. Ahlsell has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2045. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 75% by 2030, using 2022 as the base year. Additionally, it aims to cut absolute Scope 3 emissions by 42% within the same timeframe. For the long term, Ahlsell targets a 90% reduction in all scopes (1, 2, and 3) by 2045, also from a 2022 baseline. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are classified as consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Ahlsell's commitment reflects a proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint across its operations and value chain.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,829,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 8,327,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 22,365,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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