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Machinery and Equipment
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updated 13 days ago

MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc.

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MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc., commonly referred to as MSC, is a leading distributor of metalworking and maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) products. Headquartered in Melville, New York, MSC serves a diverse range of industries across the United States, providing essential supplies to manufacturing, construction, and other sectors. Founded in 1941, MSC has established itself as a trusted partner in the industrial supply chain, achieving significant milestones in product innovation and customer service. The company offers an extensive catalogue of over a million products, including cutting tools, abrasives, and safety equipment, distinguished by their commitment to quality and reliability. With a strong market position, MSC is recognised for its exceptional customer service and efficient distribution network, making it a preferred choice for businesses seeking comprehensive industrial solutions.

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How does MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

16

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Machinery and Equipment industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

22

Industry Benchmark

MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc.'s score of 16 is lower than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2021, MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 14,468,000 kg CO2e, with 14,468,000 kg CO2e attributed to Scope 1 emissions and about 282,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. Despite the significant emissions figures, MSC Industrial Direct has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. There are no climate pledges or SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) targets reported, indicating a potential area for future development in their sustainability strategy. As a company headquartered in the US, MSC Industrial Direct's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, and all reported figures are directly from their own disclosures. The absence of reduction targets highlights the need for enhanced climate action within the industrial sector.

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2021
Scope 1
14,468,000
Scope 2
282,000
Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc.'s primary industry is Machinery and equipment n.e.c. (29), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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