The Nelson Company
The Nelson Company, headquartered in the United States, is a prominent player in the manufacturing and distribution industry, specialising in high-quality construction materials and innovative building solutions. Founded in the early 2000s, the company has established a strong presence across major operational regions, including the Midwest and the Southeast. Renowned for its commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology, The Nelson Company offers a diverse range of products, including eco-friendly insulation and advanced roofing systems. Their unique approach to product development has positioned them as a leader in the market, with notable achievements in energy efficiency and customer satisfaction. With a focus on quality and innovation, The Nelson Company continues to set industry standards while meeting the evolving needs of its clients.
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The Nelson Company's score of 26 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
The Nelson Company's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, The Nelson Company reported total carbon emissions of approximately 288,410 kg CO2e. This figure includes emissions from all three scopes: Scope 1 emissions were about 11,890 kg CO2e from mobile combustion and 30 kg CO2e from stationary combustion. Scope 2 emissions, primarily from purchased electricity, accounted for approximately 105,300 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions totalled around 171,190 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from downstream leased assets (about 80,360 kg CO2e), employee commuting (approximately 24,790 kg CO2e), and fuel and energy-related activities (about 38,200 kg CO2e). In 2024, emissions decreased to approximately 188,130 kg CO2e, indicating a positive trend in reducing carbon output. The breakdown for 2024 shows Scope 1 emissions at about 12,900 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 66,570 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at around 108,660 kg CO2e. Despite these reductions, The Nelson Company has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, nor have they aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Their ongoing efforts to manage and reduce carbon emissions reflect a growing awareness of climate impact, although further commitments would enhance their sustainability profile.
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Add to project| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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| Scope 1 | 2,760 | 0,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 76,550 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 127,370 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 |
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The Nelson Company is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
