Ashtead
Ashtead Group plc, commonly known as Ashtead, is a leading equipment rental company headquartered in the United Kingdom. Established in 1984, Ashtead has grown significantly, with major operational regions spanning North America and the UK. The company operates primarily in the construction and industrial sectors, providing a diverse range of rental equipment and services. Ashtead's core offerings include a wide array of machinery, from aerial work platforms to earthmoving equipment, distinguished by their commitment to quality and customer service. The company has achieved a strong market position, recognised for its innovative solutions and extensive fleet. With a focus on sustainability and efficiency, Ashtead continues to set industry standards, making it a trusted partner for businesses seeking reliable equipment rental solutions.
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Ashtead's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Ashtead Group plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 405,948,000 kg CO2e globally, with Scope 1 emissions at about 371,404,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 34,544,000 kg CO2e. In the UK, the company’s emissions for the same year were about 31,748,000 kg CO2e, comprising approximately 31,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and around 748,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Comparatively, in 2023, Ashtead's global emissions were about 371,161,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 340,782,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at around 30,380,000 kg CO2e. The UK figures for 2023 showed total emissions of about 32,064,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 31,288,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at around 776,000 kg CO2e. Ashtead has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for Net Zero greenhouse gas emissions for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2050. The company has established an interim target to reduce these emissions by 50% on an intensity basis by 2034, using 2024 as the baseline year. This commitment reflects a long-term strategy to enhance sustainability and reduce carbon footprints in line with industry standards. The emissions data is sourced directly from Ashtead Group plc, with no cascading from a parent organization.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 147,411,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 25,158,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Ashtead 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.
