HSS Hire, a leading name in the UK’s equipment rental sector, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates extensively across England, Scotland, and Wales. Founded in 1957, the company has established itself within the "Other services" industry, specifically focusing on tool and equipment hire for various sectors, including construction, events, and facilities management.
HSS Hire offers a diverse range of products and services, from power tools to lifting equipment, distinguished by their commitment to quality and customer service. The company has achieved significant milestones, including a robust market presence and a reputation for reliability. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, HSS Hire continues to be a preferred choice for businesses seeking efficient and effective rental solutions.
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Hss Hire’s score of 73 is higher than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Other Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Other Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 37% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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Hss Hire's reported carbon emissions
HSS Hire, a services company based in GB, has outlined significant climate commitments. The company aims to reach Net-Zero emissions by 2040. This overarching goal is supported by specific targets aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
For near-term goals, HSS Hire is committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 greenhouse gas emissions by 46.5% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. Concurrently, they plan to increase their sourcing of renewable electricity from 7.6% in 2019 to 100% by 2030. Additionally, absolute Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products for sold fossil fuels are targeted for a 46.2% reduction by 2030, also from a 2019 baseline. All remaining absolute Scope 3 emissions are set to be reduced by 27.5% by 2030, against the same 2019 baseline.
Looking further ahead, HSS Hire has long-term targets to achieve a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 greenhouse gas emissions by 2040, from the 2019 baseline. They also aim to maintain 100% renewable electricity sourcing through 2040. For Scope 3 emissions, the company plans a 90% reduction in emissions from the use of sold products by 2040, and a 90% reduction in all other remaining absolute Scope 3 emissions by the same year, both from the 2019 baseline.
In terms of reported emissions, for the year 2024, HSS Hire reported a total of approximately 126.7 million kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of approximately 8.9 million kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 116.7 million kg CO2e. Scope 2 emissions for 2024 were approximately 0.1 million kg CO2e (market-based). For 2023, total emissions were approximately 152.7 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 9.4 million kg CO2e and Scope 3 at approximately 142.1 million kg CO2e. Scope 2 emissions in 2023 were around 0.1 million kg CO2e (market-based). In 2022, total emissions were approximately 165 million kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of approximately 10.1 million kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 153.9 million kg CO2e. Scope 2 emissions in 2022 were approximately 0.006 million kg CO2e (market-based).
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