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Machinery Rental
US
updated a month ago

Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc., commonly known as Dollar Rent A Car and Thrifty Car Rental, is a prominent player in the car rental industry, headquartered in the United States. Established in 1965, the company has grown significantly, offering a diverse range of vehicles and services across major operational regions, including North America and select international markets. Specialising in affordable car rental solutions, Dollar Thrifty stands out for its commitment to value and customer service. The company provides a fleet that caters to various travel needs, from economy cars to larger vehicles, ensuring flexibility for both leisure and business travellers. With a strong market position, Dollar Thrifty has achieved notable milestones, including its integration into the Hertz Corporation, further enhancing its reach and operational capabilities.

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58

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 Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc.'s score of 58 is higher than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Hertz Global Holdings, Inc.

Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, 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., and any emissions data or climate commitments would be inherited from this parent organisation. As of now, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges specific to Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. However, it is important to note that the climate initiatives and performance metrics may be influenced by Hertz Global Holdings, Inc., which operates at a cascade level of three in relation to Dollar Thrifty. Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. has engaged in various climate-related initiatives, including participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). These initiatives aim to establish science-based targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, although specific targets for Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. have not been detailed. In summary, while Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. does not currently report specific emissions data or reduction targets, it is positioned within a corporate structure that is actively engaged in climate commitments through its parent company, Hertz Global Holdings, Inc.

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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 Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, 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 Thrifty Automotive Group, 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 Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, 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 Thrifty Automotive Group, 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 Thrifty Automotive Group, 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
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