United Rentals Aims to Cut Greenhouse Gas Emissions 35% by 2030



United Rentals released its 2019 corporate responsibility report, including a new goal for a 35% reduction in the intensity of greenhouse gas emissions from direct operations by 2030.

The report documents the company’s 2019 progress across its framework for corporate responsibility, including initiatives related to workplace culture, customer service, health and safety, eco-responsibility, good governance, and efforts to evaluate and address climate-related risks. Additionally, a special section details the company’s response to COVID-19.

“Corporate responsibility is the glue that connects the interests of all our stakeholders,” Matthew Flannery, CEO of United Rentals, said. “The framework of values we share requires us to operate in a responsible manner — including our latest commitment to help mitigate climate change. I’m proud of the progress we made in 2019, and our continued focus on sustainable operations in 2020.”

The report was prepared in accordance with the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Standards Core option and includes data in alignment with the Sustainability Accounting Standard Board (SASB) Standard for Industrial Machinery & Goods.

United Rentals is an equipment rental company.


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