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ArcBest Corporation Sustainability Profile

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ArcBest Corporation, headquartered in the United States, is a leading logistics and transportation solutions provider, renowned for its innovative approach to supply chain management. Founded in 1923, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in the industry, including the expansion of its service offerings and technological advancements. Operating primarily in North America, ArcBest delivers a comprehensive range of services, including less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping, truckload services, and logistics management. What sets ArcBest apart is its commitment to customised solutions that enhance efficiency and reliability for its clients. With a strong market position, the company has garnered recognition for its exceptional service quality and operational excellence, making it a trusted partner in the logistics sector.

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33

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Land Transportation 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.

16

Industry Benchmark

ArcBest Corporation's score of 33 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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ArcBest Corporation's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, ArcBest Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 477,656,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 14,992,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This reflects a decrease from 2023, where emissions were approximately 512,209,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 15,188,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its emissions, committing to a 30% reduction in Scope 1 emissions from a 2020 baseline by 2030, and a similar 30% reduction for Scope 2 emissions by the same year. Additionally, ArcBest aims to achieve near-zero emissions for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by the middle of this decade (2025). The company is actively replacing older model trucks with newer, cleaner models to further reduce net emissions. These initiatives are part of their broader commitment to sustainability and climate action, aligning with industry standards for greenhouse gas reduction. Overall, ArcBest's emissions data and reduction targets demonstrate a proactive approach to addressing climate change, with a focus on significant reductions in their operational carbon footprint.

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Scope 1
495,000
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Scope 2
1,000,000
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Scope 3
1,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is ArcBest Corporation's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. ArcBest Corporation's primary industry is Land Transportation, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is ArcBest Corporation's Location?

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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 ArcBest Corporation is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

ArcBest Corporation's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

ArcBest Corporation has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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