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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.

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15

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Air Transport 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.

11

Industry Benchmark

Forward Air's score of 15 is higher than 69% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Forward Air's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Forward Air reported total carbon emissions of approximately 372,338,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 68,839,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 14,869,300 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 372,338,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The Scope 3 emissions were significantly influenced by upstream transportation and distribution, which accounted for about 304,331,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, the company recorded total emissions of around 350,720,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 65,219,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 11,952,200 kg CO2e. The trend shows a gradual increase in emissions over the years, with 2020 emissions at approximately 424,370,000 kg CO2e and 2019 emissions at about 412,853,000 kg CO2e. Despite the increasing emissions, Forward Air has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for enhanced climate commitments within the organisation. As the logistics and transportation industry faces increasing scrutiny regarding sustainability, Forward Air's future climate strategies will be crucial in aligning with industry standards and expectations.

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Scope 1
68,611,300
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Scope 2
3,666,100
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Scope 3
412,853,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Forward Air's primary industry is Air transport services (62), which is high 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 Forward Air is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Forward Air 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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