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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.

DitchCarbon Score

How does ARB Holdings Limited'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.

17

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.

18

Industry Benchmark

ARB Holdings Limited's score of 17 is higher than 72% 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 4,749,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 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, indicating a positive trend in their climate impact. The company has also shown a decrease from 2021, which recorded emissions of approximately 5,277,000 kg CO2e. The breakdown of emissions for 2023 includes 3,749,000 kg CO2e from stationary combustion under Scope 1 and 790,000 kg CO2e from purchased electricity under Scope 2. Despite these reductions, ARB Holdings has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, which may limit their long-term sustainability commitments. Overall, while ARB Holdings Limited has made strides in reducing its carbon footprint, the absence of formal reduction targets suggests an opportunity for further commitment to climate action.

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202120222023
Scope 1
5,277,000
0,000,000
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 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. ARB Holdings Limited is headquartered in ZA, which has a rank of very high, indicating very high 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.

ARB Holdings Limited 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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