Hss Hire
HSS Hire, officially known as HSS Hire Group, is a leading provider of tool and equipment hire services based in Great Britain. Established in 1957, the company has grown to become a prominent player in the hire industry, serving various sectors including construction, events, and facilities management across the UK and Ireland. With a diverse range of core products and services, HSS Hire offers everything from power tools and lifting equipment to portable toilets and event furniture. Their commitment to quality and customer service sets them apart in a competitive market. Notably, HSS Hire has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of their fleet and the introduction of innovative digital solutions for seamless customer experiences. As a trusted name in the industry, HSS Hire continues to uphold its reputation for reliability and excellence.
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Hss Hire's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, HSS Hire Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 148,038,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 9,385,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which primarily arise from mobile combustion, and 1,255,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions related to purchased electricity. The company also reported significant Scope 3 emissions, totalling approximately 137,399,000 kg CO2e. HSS Hire has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2040. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 emissions by 46.5% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. Additionally, HSS plans to increase its sourcing of renewable electricity from 7.6% in 2019 to 100% by 2030. For Scope 3 emissions, HSS aims to reduce emissions from the use of sold products for fossil fuels by 46.2% and all remaining Scope 3 emissions by 27.5% by 2030. Long-term, HSS Hire is committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 emissions by 90% and Scope 3 emissions from sold products by 90% by 2040, both from a 2019 baseline. The company is also dedicated to maintaining 100% renewable electricity sourcing through 2040. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect HSS Hire's commitment to addressing climate change effectively.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 13,750,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 7,313,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 909,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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