Jb Hunt Sustainability Profile
J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc., commonly known as J.B. Hunt, is a leading player in the North American transportation and logistics industry, headquartered in Lowell, Arkansas, US. Founded in 1961, the company has grown significantly, establishing a strong presence across major operational regions, including the Midwest, South, and West Coast. Specialising in intermodal, dedicated, and truckload services, J.B. Hunt is renowned for its innovative approach to supply chain solutions. The company’s commitment to technology and efficiency sets it apart, offering unique services such as its proprietary tracking systems. With a robust market position, J.B. Hunt has consistently been recognised for its operational excellence and sustainability initiatives, making it a trusted partner for businesses seeking reliable transportation solutions.
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Jb Hunt's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, J.B. Hunt's carbon emissions in the US totalled approximately 1,821,012,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 19,266,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 2,366,080,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This represents a slight increase in Scope 1 emissions from 2023, where they reported about 1,739,774,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions decreased from approximately 23,095,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions also saw a minor decrease from about 2,406,687,000 kg CO2e in 2023. J.B. Hunt has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 3% reduction in carbon emissions per million company-operated ton-miles (Scope 1) by 2025, using 2019 as the baseline. Additionally, the company has established a long-term goal to reduce overall carbon emission intensity by 32% across all scopes by 2034, also based on 2019 levels. These targets reflect J.B. Hunt's commitment to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint in the transportation sector. The emissions data is sourced directly from J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc., with no cascaded data from a parent or related organization.
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| 2014 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,601,142,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,322,223,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Jb Hunt'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.
Jb Hunt 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.
