United Rentals
United Rentals, Inc., headquartered in the United States, stands as a leader in the equipment rental industry. Founded in 1997, the company has expanded its operations across North America, providing essential services to construction, industrial, and municipal sectors. Specialising in a diverse range of equipment, United Rentals offers everything from aerial work platforms to earthmoving machinery, ensuring clients have access to the latest technology and reliable tools. Their commitment to safety and customer service sets them apart in a competitive market. With a robust network of over 1,000 locations, United Rentals has established itself as a trusted partner for businesses seeking efficient and cost-effective rental solutions. The company’s notable achievements include being recognised as one of the largest equipment rental companies globally, reflecting its strong market position and dedication to excellence.
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United Rentals's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, United Rentals reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7,450,040,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 439,887,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 28,169,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, representing indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity. The majority of their emissions, about 6,981,984,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which encompasses all other indirect emissions in the value chain, including capital goods, employee commuting, and the use of sold products. Comparatively, in 2022, the company reported total emissions of approximately 6,583,862,000 kg CO2e, indicating an increase in emissions year-on-year. The breakdown for 2022 included 399,328,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 24,963,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 6,159,571,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed, United Rentals is committed to transparency in its emissions reporting, as evidenced by its comprehensive disclosures across all three scopes. The company does not currently inherit emissions data from a parent organization, and all reported figures are directly sourced from United Rentals, Inc. Overall, while United Rentals has not set explicit reduction targets, its significant emissions figures highlight the importance of ongoing efforts to address climate impact within the equipment rental industry.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 245,633,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 39,976,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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United Rentals is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
