Kiloutou, officially known as Kiloutou S.A., is a prominent player in the equipment rental industry, headquartered in France. Established in 1980, the company has expanded its operations across various regions, including France, Poland, and Spain, solidifying its presence in the European market. Specialising in the rental of construction and industrial equipment, Kiloutou offers a diverse range of products, from excavators to scaffolding. What sets Kiloutou apart is its commitment to innovation and sustainability, providing customers with modern, eco-friendly solutions tailored to their needs. With a strong market position, Kiloutou has achieved significant milestones, including a robust network of over 400 branches and a growing fleet of more than 100,000 units. This dedication to quality and service has earned Kiloutou a reputation as a trusted partner in the equipment rental sector.
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In 2024, Kiloutou reported total carbon emissions of approximately 693,153,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 99.4% of the total. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 43,758,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 1,858,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The previous year, 2023, saw similar figures, with total emissions of about 699,880,000 kg CO2e, including Scope 1 emissions of approximately 44,821,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 2,869,000 kg CO2e (market-based). Kiloutou has set ambitious near-term targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), committing to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2023 baseline. Additionally, they aim to achieve a 42% reduction in Scope 3 emissions related to the use of sold products for fossil fuels and a 25% reduction in other Scope 3 emissions, including capital goods and downstream leased assets, within the same timeframe. These commitments reflect Kiloutou's proactive approach to addressing climate change and align with industry standards for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The company is focused on enhancing its sustainability practices while navigating the challenges of high Scope 3 emissions, which are prevalent in the equipment rental sector.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 27,120,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 683,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 317,298,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Kiloutou's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 1% last year and increased by approximately 118% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Upstream Leased Assets" being the primary emissions source at 38% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Kiloutou 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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