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.
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.
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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.
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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| Scope 1 | - |
| Scope 2 | - |
| Scope 3 | 1,985,000 |
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.
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.
