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Motor Vehicle Retail Services
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Rush Enterprises, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Rush Enterprises, Inc., a leading provider in the commercial vehicle industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1965, the company has established a strong presence across major operational regions, including the Southwest and Southeast. Specialising in the sale and service of heavy-duty trucks, Rush Enterprises offers a diverse range of products, including new and used vehicles, parts, and maintenance services. With a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, Rush Enterprises has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a trusted partner for fleet operators. The company is recognised for its extensive network of dealerships and service centres, which enhance its market position. Notable achievements include being one of the largest Peterbilt dealerships in the nation, underscoring its reputation for excellence in the commercial vehicle sector.

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How does Rush Enterprises, 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.

23

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Motor Vehicle Retail Services 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.

32

Industry Benchmark

Rush Enterprises, Inc.'s score of 23 is lower than 69% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Rush Enterprises, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2020, Rush Enterprises, Inc. reported significant carbon emissions, specifically in Scope 3, with a total of approximately 1,985,000 kg CO2e attributed to waste generated in operations. The company has not disclosed any Scope 1 or Scope 2 emissions data. While there are no specific reduction targets or commitments outlined in their reports, Rush Enterprises has implemented various initiatives aimed at reducing emissions. These include energy-saving LED lights, which contributed to a reduction of about 2,409,000 kg CO2e, increased fleet fuel efficiency, which saved approximately 2,700,000 kg CO2e, and paper recycling efforts that reduced emissions by about 211,000 kg CO2e. Despite the absence of formal climate pledges or SBTi targets, these initiatives reflect Rush Enterprises' commitment to improving their environmental impact. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, indicating that it is solely derived from Rush Enterprises, Inc. itself.

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2020
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
1,985,000

How Carbon Intensive is Rush Enterprises, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Rush Enterprises, Inc.'s primary industry is Motor Vehicle Retail Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Rush Enterprises, Inc.'s Location?

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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 Rush Enterprises, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Rush Enterprises, Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Waste Generated in Operations" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2020
Waste Generated in Operations
100%

Rush Enterprises, Inc.'s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

Rush Enterprises, Inc. 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.

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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