Old Dominion Freight Line
Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc., commonly referred to as Old Dominion, is a leading player in the less-than-truckload (LTL) freight transportation industry. Headquartered in Thomasville, North Carolina, the company operates extensively across the United States, providing reliable shipping solutions to a diverse clientele. Founded in 1934, Old Dominion has achieved significant milestones, including consistent recognition for its operational excellence and customer service. Specialising in LTL services, Old Dominion distinguishes itself through its commitment to on-time delivery and a robust network that ensures efficient logistics management. The company has garnered a strong market position, frequently ranking among the top LTL carriers in the nation. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, Old Dominion continues to set industry standards while meeting the evolving needs of its customers.
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Old Dominion Freight Line's score of 28 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Old Dominion Freight Line's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Old Dominion Freight Line reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,198,591,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,198,591,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 26,690,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 551,981,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a continued commitment to monitoring and managing their carbon footprint. Over the years, Old Dominion has demonstrated a trend of reducing emissions. For instance, from 2018 to 2023, Scope 1 emissions decreased from approximately 1,265,939,000 kg CO2e to 1,198,591,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions also saw a reduction from about 28,310,000 kg CO2e to 26,690,000 kg CO2e. However, there are no specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed in their reports, indicating a potential area for future commitment. Old Dominion Freight Line's climate strategy aligns with industry standards, focusing on transparency in emissions reporting across all three scopes. The company continues to engage in practices aimed at minimising its environmental impact, although specific reduction initiatives or targets have not been outlined.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,265,939,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 28,310,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 522,344,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Old Dominion Freight Line is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
