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Herc Holdings Inc., commonly known as Herc Rentals, is a leading provider in the renting services of machinery and equipment without operator, as well as personal and household goods. Headquartered in the United States, the company operates extensively across North America, serving a diverse clientele in construction, industrial, and consumer markets. Founded in 1965, Herc Rentals has established itself as a trusted name in the industry, marked by significant milestones in service expansion and fleet diversification.
The company offers a comprehensive range of rental equipment, including aerial lifts, earthmoving machinery, and climate control solutions, distinguished by their commitment to quality and customer service. With a strong market position, Herc Rentals has achieved notable recognition for its innovative solutions and operational excellence, making it a preferred choice for businesses seeking reliable rental services.
-4 vs industry average
Herc Holdings Inc.’s score of 34 is lower than 44% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Machinery Rental has below-average carbon intensity
The Machinery Rental industry has reduced its overall emissions by 32% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Herc Holdings Inc., headquartered in the US and operating in the renting services of machinery and equipment sector, reported its carbon emissions for 2024 as approximately 358.8 million kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of approximately 161.6 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions of about 13.8 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 183.4 million kg CO2e. Key categories within Scope 3 emissions for 2024 include use of sold products (about 57.8 million kg CO2e), fuel and energy-related activities (approximately 55.3 million kg CO2e), and upstream transportation and distribution (around 41.9 million kg CO2e).
For comparison, in 2023, the company's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 148.7 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions were about 13.8 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were around 166.7 million kg CO2e.
While Herc Holdings Inc. discloses its emissions across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3, there is no public information available regarding specific greenhouse gas reduction targets or commitments from the company, nor is it a participant in initiatives like the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
No climate goals have been disclosed for Herc Holdings Inc. yet.
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