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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In 2023, Old Dominion Freight Line, headquartered in the US, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,198,591,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 26,690,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 551,981,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This reflects a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions from 2022, where they were about 1,318,785,000 kg CO2e, and a reduction in Scope 2 emissions from 28,949,000 kg CO2e. However, Scope 3 emissions increased from 332,239,000 kg CO2e in 2022. Old Dominion has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company’s emissions data is independently reported and not cascaded from any parent organisation. The focus remains on transparency in emissions reporting across all three scopes, with a commitment to improving operational efficiency and reducing carbon footprints in the logistics sector.
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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 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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.
Old Dominion Freight Line has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
