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Fastenal

Fastenal Company, commonly known as Fastenal, is a leading distributor of industrial and construction supplies, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1967, the company has grown significantly, establishing a strong presence across North America, Europe, and Asia. Fastenal is renowned for its extensive inventory of fasteners, tools, and safety products, catering to a diverse range of industries. With a commitment to innovation, Fastenal offers unique services such as vending solutions and inventory management, setting it apart from competitors. The company has achieved notable milestones, including a robust network of over 3,200 locations, making it a key player in the industrial supply sector. Fastenal's dedication to customer service and product availability has solidified its market position as a trusted partner for businesses seeking reliable supply chain solutions.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Fastenal'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.

13

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services 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.

9

Industry Benchmark

Fastenal's score of 13 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Fastenal's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Fastenal reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 130,852,000 kg CO2e, comprising 130,852,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 39,077,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This reflects their ongoing commitment to transparency in emissions reporting. Fastenal has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or any other formal climate pledges. However, the company continues to monitor and report its emissions, indicating a commitment to addressing its carbon footprint. The absence of defined reduction targets suggests that while Fastenal is aware of its emissions, it may still be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive strategy for significant emissions reductions. As the industry increasingly prioritises sustainability, Fastenal's future commitments will be crucial in aligning with global climate goals.

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Scope 1
110,830,870
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Scope 2
72,667,010
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Fastenal's primary industry is Other business services (74), 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. Fastenal is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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.

Fastenal is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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