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 1,198,591,000 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 slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions compared to 2022, where they were approximately 1,318,785,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Old Dominion has shown a trend of fluctuating emissions across all scopes. For instance, in 2021, the company reported 1,268,254,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions, 27,965,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2, and 334,585,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3. The total emissions for 2020 were approximately 1,114,046,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 26,595,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 445,156,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. Despite these figures, Old Dominion has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company continues to disclose its emissions data, which is essential for transparency and accountability in its climate commitments. Overall, while Old Dominion Freight Line has made strides in tracking its emissions, the lack of defined reduction targets suggests an opportunity for further commitment to climate action within the logistics industry.
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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.
