US LBM Sustainability Profile
US LBM Holdings, LLC, commonly referred to as US LBM, is a leading distributor of building materials headquartered in the United States. Established in 2009, the company has rapidly expanded its footprint across major operational regions, including the Midwest, Northeast, and Southeast. Specialising in lumber, engineered wood products, and a wide range of building materials, US LBM distinguishes itself through its commitment to quality and customer service. The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous acquisitions that have bolstered its market position and product offerings. With a strong reputation in the construction industry, US LBM is recognised for its extensive inventory and tailored solutions, making it a preferred partner for contractors and builders nationwide.
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US LBM's score of 37 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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US LBM's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, US LBM reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,074,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 126,198,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 60,378,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 1,895,420,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a decrease in Scope 1 emissions from 140,074,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and 104,126,000 kg CO2e in 2021, indicating a commitment to reducing their carbon footprint. US LBM has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce Scope 1 emissions by 30% from 2021 levels by 2030. Additionally, they aspire to bring Scope 1 emissions to near zero by the middle of this decade. For Scope 2 emissions, the company has also pledged a 30% reduction from 2021 levels by 2030, with a similar goal of achieving near-zero emissions by 2025. These targets demonstrate US LBM's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing their overall environmental impact. The emissions data and reduction initiatives are part of their broader sustainability strategy, as outlined in their 2024 Sustainability Report.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 104,126,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 46,111,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,972,300,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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US LBM's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
US LBM 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.
