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 reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Old Dominion Freight Line reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,226,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,199,591,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 26,690,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 551,981,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions compared to 2022, where they were about 1,318,785,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Old Dominion has shown fluctuations in its emissions, with Scope 1 emissions peaking in 2022. The company has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments. Overall, while Old Dominion Freight Line has made strides in tracking and reporting its emissions, the absence of defined reduction targets suggests that further action may be necessary to align with industry standards for climate responsibility.
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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 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.
