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Construction Work
GB
updated 9 days ago

Speedy Hire

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Speedy Hire, officially known as Speedy Services, is a leading provider of equipment rental and support services in Great Britain. Headquartered in GB, the company operates extensively across the UK, serving various sectors including construction, infrastructure, and events. Founded in 1977, Speedy has established itself as a trusted name in the industry, marked by significant milestones such as the expansion of its service offerings and a commitment to sustainability. Specialising in tool and equipment hire, Speedy Hire distinguishes itself through its extensive fleet, which includes everything from power tools to heavy machinery. The company is recognised for its innovative solutions and exceptional customer service, positioning it as a market leader. With a strong focus on safety and efficiency, Speedy Hire continues to support projects of all sizes, making it a preferred choice for professionals across the UK.

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84

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Construction Work 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.

20

Industry Benchmark

Speedy Hire's score of 84 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Speedy Hire's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Speedy Hire reported total carbon emissions of approximately 283,947,520 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 271,528,680 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were about 12,297,840 kg CO2e, primarily from mobile combustion, while Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity were around 121,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, the company’s total emissions were approximately 361,361,420 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction in emissions year-on-year. Speedy Hire has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2030, using a 2020 baseline. This target aligns with their near-term Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitments, which also include a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by the same year. Furthermore, the company has pledged to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2040, with a long-term goal of reducing total emissions by 90% from the 2020 baseline. These commitments reflect Speedy Hire's proactive approach to climate leadership, demonstrating their dedication to sustainability and compliance with industry standards for greenhouse gas reductions.

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202020232024
Scope 1
19,854,600
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00,000,000
Scope 2
4,411,680
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000,000
Scope 3
244,999,360
000,000,000
000,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Speedy Hire's primary industry is Construction work (45), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Speedy Hire is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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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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