Hertz Global Holdings, Inc., commonly known as Hertz, is a leading player in the car rental industry, headquartered in Estero, Florida, USA. Founded in 1918, Hertz has established itself as a prominent provider of vehicle rental services, operating in major regions across North America, Europe, and Asia. The company offers a diverse range of vehicles, from economy cars to luxury models, catering to both leisure and business travellers. Hertz is renowned for its innovative services, including the Hertz Gold Plus Rewards programme, which enhances customer convenience and loyalty. With a strong market position, Hertz has achieved numerous milestones, including being one of the first companies to introduce self-service kiosks in rental locations. Its commitment to sustainability and expanding electric vehicle options further solidifies its reputation as a forward-thinking leader in the automotive rental sector.
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In 2024, Hertz reported total carbon emissions of approximately 26.2 billion kg CO2e, comprising 3.5 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1, 151.9 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 22.5 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a significant increase from 2023, when total emissions were approximately 8.8 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 3.4 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 145.3 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 5.3 billion kg CO2e. Hertz has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, with interim targets set through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company is actively working towards these goals, having been recognised as committed to net-zero since November 2021. The emissions data is sourced directly from Hertz Global Holdings, Inc., and reflects their ongoing efforts to address climate change within the ground transportation sector.
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| 2019 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 6,528,202,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 111,610,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,158,099,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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.
Hertz has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.


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