Forward Air
Forward Air Corporation, commonly referred to as Forward Air, is a leading provider of logistics and transportation services headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1990, the company has established a strong presence across major operational regions, including the continental U.S. and parts of Canada. Specialising in expedited ground transportation, air freight, and logistics solutions, Forward Air distinguishes itself through its commitment to reliability and efficiency. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its service offerings and a robust network of terminals and distribution centres. With a focus on the less-than-truckload (LTL) market, Forward Air has positioned itself as a key player in the logistics industry, recognised for its innovative approach and customer-centric services. Its dedication to operational excellence has earned it a reputation as a trusted partner for businesses seeking seamless transportation solutions.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Forward Air'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Forward Air's score of 7 is lower than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Forward Air's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Forward Air reported total carbon emissions of approximately 68839000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 14869300 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 372338000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This indicates a slight increase in Scope 1 emissions compared to 2021, where they were about 65219000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions rose from approximately 11952200 kg CO2e in 2021. The Scope 3 emissions also increased from about 350720000 kg CO2e in 2021. Forward Air's emissions profile highlights significant contributions from Scope 3, particularly from upstream transportation and distribution, which accounted for approximately 304331000 kg CO2e in 2022. Despite these figures, the company has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing its carbon footprint. Overall, Forward Air's commitment to addressing climate change remains unclear, as there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges available. The company operates within an industry context that increasingly prioritises sustainability and carbon reduction, yet it appears to be in the early stages of formalising its climate commitments.
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Get Started| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
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| Scope 1 | 68,611,300 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,666,100 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 412,853,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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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.
Forward Air 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.
