Landstar
Landstar System, Inc., commonly referred to as Landstar, is a leading logistics and transportation services provider headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1968, the company has established a strong presence across North America, with significant operations in Canada and Mexico. Specialising in freight transportation, Landstar offers a diverse range of services, including truckload, less-than-truckload, and intermodal shipping. What sets Landstar apart is its extensive network of independent agents and capacity providers, enabling flexible and efficient logistics solutions tailored to client needs. With a commitment to safety and customer service, Landstar has achieved notable recognition in the industry, consistently ranking among the top logistics companies in the United States. Its innovative approach and robust technology platform further solidify its position as a trusted partner in the logistics sector.
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Landstar's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Landstar reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,177,568,000 kg CO2e, comprising 205,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2,721,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 3,175,688,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a slight increase in emissions compared to 2023, where total emissions were about 3,169,571,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 174,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 2,801,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 3,169,571,000 kg CO2e. Landstar has committed to reducing its carbon footprint through various initiatives. Notably, from 2023 to 2025, the company plans to utilise trucks powered exclusively by Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) for deliveries to stores in Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New Jersey. This initiative is expected to reduce emissions by over 600 tonnes CO2e annually, marking a significant step in their near-term climate commitments. Overall, Landstar's emissions data highlights the importance of addressing Scope 3 emissions, which constitute the majority of their carbon footprint, while their commitment to HVO usage demonstrates a proactive approach to achieving sustainability goals.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 199,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,489,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 4,330,038,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Landstar is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
