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Machinery Rental
GB
updated 7 months ago

Ashtead Plant Hire Co Ltd

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Ashtead Plant Hire Co Ltd, commonly known as Ashtead, is a leading equipment rental company headquartered in the United Kingdom. Established in 1984, Ashtead has grown to become a prominent player in the plant hire industry, serving major operational regions across England, Scotland, and Wales. Specialising in the rental of construction and industrial equipment, Ashtead offers a diverse range of products, including excavators, generators, and access platforms. Their commitment to quality and customer service sets them apart in a competitive market. With a strong focus on innovation and sustainability, Ashtead has achieved significant milestones, including expanding its fleet and enhancing its service offerings. Recognised for its market leadership, Ashtead continues to deliver exceptional value to its clients, making it a trusted partner in the plant hire sector.

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How does Ashtead Plant Hire Co Ltd'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.

35

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Machinery Rental 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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Ashtead Plant Hire Co Ltd's score of 35 is higher than 65% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Ashtead Plant Hire Co Ltd's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Ashtead Group plc

Ashtead Plant Hire Co Ltd, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Ashtead Group plc, which may influence its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As of now, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges from Ashtead Plant Hire Co Ltd. However, emissions data and performance metrics may be inherited from its parent company, Ashtead Group plc, which is responsible for reporting on climate initiatives and emissions performance at a higher level. Given the absence of specific emissions figures, it is essential to note that Ashtead Plant Hire Co Ltd is part of an industry increasingly focused on sustainability and reducing carbon footprints. The company may align with broader industry standards and practices, but specific commitments or targets have not been disclosed. In summary, while Ashtead Plant Hire Co Ltd does not currently report its own emissions data or reduction initiatives, it is part of a corporate structure that may influence its environmental strategies through the Ashtead Group plc.

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Scope 1
147,411,000
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Scope 2
25,158,000
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Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ashtead Plant Hire Co Ltd's primary industry is Renting services of machinery and equipment without operator and of personal and household goods (71), 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 Ashtead Plant Hire Co Ltd is in GB, which has a low 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.

Ashtead Plant Hire Co Ltd 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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