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ARB Holdings Limited

ARB Holdings Limited, a prominent player in the electrical and lighting industry, is headquartered in South Africa (ZA). Founded in 1981, the company has established itself as a leading distributor of electrical products, lighting solutions, and related services across Southern Africa. With a strong operational presence in key regions, ARB Holdings has consistently delivered innovative solutions that cater to diverse market needs. The company’s core offerings include a wide range of electrical cables, lighting fixtures, and renewable energy products, distinguished by their quality and reliability. ARB Holdings has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have bolstered its market position. Recognised for its commitment to excellence, ARB Holdings Limited continues to set industry standards, making it a trusted partner for businesses seeking superior electrical and lighting solutions.

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22

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.

20

Industry Benchmark

ARB Holdings Limited's score of 22 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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ARB Holdings Limited's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, ARB Holdings Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,906,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 4,906,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and approximately 1,413,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based). This marks a reduction from 2022, where emissions were about 5,174,000 kg CO2e, and from 2021, which recorded approximately 5,277,000 kg CO2e. The breakdown of emissions for 2023 indicates that stationary combustion accounted for about 3,749,000 kg CO2e within Scope 1, while the total location-based Scope 2 emissions were approximately 790,000 kg CO2e. Despite these reductions, ARB Holdings Limited has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company continues to monitor its emissions but lacks formal commitments to further reduce its carbon footprint. Overall, ARB Holdings Limited's emissions data reflects a positive trend towards lower carbon emissions, aligning with broader industry efforts to mitigate climate impact.

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Scope 1
5,277,000
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0,000,000
Scope 2
1,416,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. ARB Holdings Limited's primary industry is Wholesale trade and commission trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles (51), 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. This request for ARB Holdings Limited is in ZA, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

ARB Holdings Limited 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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