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 Plc reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 148,038,000 kg CO2e. This includes 9,385,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, primarily 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, which encompass various categories including business travel and the use of sold products. HSS Hire has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 46.5% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. Additionally, the company plans to increase its sourcing of renewable electricity from 7.6% in 2019 to 100% by 2030. For Scope 3 emissions, HSS aims to achieve a 27.5% reduction in total emissions and a 46.2% reduction specifically from the use of sold fossil fuels by 2030. Looking further ahead, HSS Hire is committed to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2040. This long-term strategy includes a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 emissions and a similar target for Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 2040, both from a 2019 baseline. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect HSS's commitment to sustainable practices in the trading and commercial services sector.
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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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