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Speedy Hire, a leading name in the construction work industry, is headquartered in GB and has established a strong presence across various operational regions. Founded in 1977, the company has grown significantly, becoming a trusted provider of equipment hire and support services tailored for construction and infrastructure projects.
Specialising in tool and equipment rental, Speedy Hire offers a diverse range of products, including plant hire, lifting equipment, and safety solutions. Their commitment to quality and customer service sets them apart in a competitive market. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, Speedy Hire has achieved notable milestones, reinforcing its position as a market leader in the UK construction sector.
93
DitchCarbon score
+69 vs industry average
Speedy Hire’s score of 93 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
High
Construction Work has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.390
20182025
The Construction Work industry has reduced its overall emissions by 39% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2029
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Reported emissions
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Speedy Hire's reported carbon emissions
Speedy Hire, a UK-based construction work company, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 313.5 million kg CO2e in 2026. This includes about 13.1 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 1.5 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (location-based), and 300.3 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
In 2025, their total emissions were about 282.7 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at roughly 12.0 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (location-based) at approximately 1.9 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 270.5 million kg CO2e. In 2024, total emissions were around 283.9 million kg CO2e, comprising approximately 12.3 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 0.1 million kg CO2e from Scope 2. Scope 3 emissions for 2024 were about 271.5 million kg CO2e.
Looking back to 2023, Speedy Hire's total emissions were approximately 361.4 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 12.8 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at roughly 0.2 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 348.4 million kg CO2e. In 2020, total emissions stood at approximately 269.3 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 19.8 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 4.4 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at roughly 245.0 million kg CO2e.
Speedy Hire Plc has set ambitious climate commitments. They aim to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across their value chain by FY2040, using a FY2020 baseline. Their near-term Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitments include a 51.6% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by FY2030, and a 42% absolute reduction in Scope 3 GHG emissions within the same timeframe, both against the FY2020 base year. Long-term, they commit to an absolute 90% reduction in Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by FY2040 from the FY2020 base year.
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Speedy Hire’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
5 goals2040
90% reduction in Scope 2
Speedy Hire Plc commits to reduce absolute Scope 2 GHG emissions 90% by FY2040 from a FY2020 base year.
At risk90%
2030
51.6% reduction in Scope 2
Speedy Hire Plc commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 51.6% by FY2030 from a FY2020 base year.
At risk51.6%
2030
51.6% reduction in Scope 1
Speedy Hire Plc commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 51.6% by FY2030 from a FY2020 base year.
Behind target51.6%
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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