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Machinery Rental
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updated 2 months ago

Dollar Rent A Car Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Dollar Rent A Car Inc., a prominent player in the car rental industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1965, the company has established a strong presence in major operational regions, including North America and select international markets. Dollar Rent A Car is renowned for its competitive pricing and a diverse fleet of vehicles, catering to both leisure and business travellers. With a focus on customer satisfaction, Dollar offers unique services such as convenient pick-up and drop-off options, as well as a user-friendly online booking system. The company has achieved notable milestones, including expanding its network through strategic partnerships and acquisitions. As a trusted name in car rentals, Dollar Rent A Car continues to enhance its market position by delivering reliable and affordable transportation solutions.

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55

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.

33

Industry Benchmark

Dollar Rent A Car Inc.'s score of 55 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

73%

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Dollar Rent A Car Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Hertz Global Holdings, Inc.

Dollar Rent A Car Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Hertz Global Holdings, Inc., which means that any climate commitments or emissions data would be inherited from its parent organisation. As part of its climate strategy, Dollar Rent A Car Inc. aligns with the sustainability initiatives of Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. This includes participation in various climate-related frameworks such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), both of which are cascaded from Hertz at a third level. However, specific reduction targets or achievements have not been disclosed for Dollar Rent A Car Inc. itself. In the absence of direct emissions data, it is important to note that the broader industry context is increasingly focused on reducing carbon footprints and enhancing sustainability practices. As a subsidiary, Dollar Rent A Car Inc. is expected to contribute to these overarching goals set by Hertz Global Holdings, Inc., although specific commitments or targets for Dollar Rent A Car Inc. have not been detailed.

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201920222023
Scope 1
6,528,202,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 2
111,610,000
00,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
1,158,099,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Dollar Rent A Car Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Dollar Rent A Car Inc.'s primary industry is Machinery Rental, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Dollar Rent A Car Inc.'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 Dollar Rent A Car Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Dollar Rent A Car Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Dollar Rent A Car Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 4% last year and increased by approximately 355% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 60% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Capital Goods" being the largest emissions source at 48% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Capital Goods
48%
Franchises
29%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
16%
Purchased Goods and Services
8%
Business Travel
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Dollar Rent A Car Inc.'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.

Dollar Rent A Car Inc. 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

Compare Dollar Rent A Car Inc.'s Emissions with Industry Peers

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US
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Renting services of machinery and equipment without operator and of personal and household goods (71)
Updated 18 days ago

Alamo Rent A Car, LLC

US
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Renting services of machinery and equipment without operator and of personal and household goods (71)
Updated 2 months ago

Avis Rent A Car System, LLC

US
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Renting services of machinery and equipment without operator and of personal and household goods (71)
Updated 2 months ago

Arelco, Inc.

US
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Renting services of machinery and equipment without operator and of personal and household goods (71)
Updated 18 days ago

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