Georg Fischer
Georg Fischer AG, commonly referred to as GF, is a leading global provider of piping systems, machining solutions, and additive manufacturing technologies. Headquartered in Switzerland (CH), the company operates extensively across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, serving diverse industries such as water, gas, and industrial applications. Founded in 1802, Georg Fischer has achieved significant milestones, including pioneering innovations in plastic piping systems. The company’s core offerings include high-quality plastic and metal piping systems, precision machining components, and advanced 3D printing solutions, all distinguished by their reliability and sustainability. With a strong market position, Georg Fischer is recognised for its commitment to innovation and quality, making it a trusted partner in the global manufacturing landscape.
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Georg Fischer's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Georg Fischer AG reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,697,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 75,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at approximately 114,000,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 1,508,000,000 kg CO2e. This represents a slight increase from 2023, where total emissions were about 1,596,000,000 kg CO2e. Georg Fischer has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2026, relative to a 2019 baseline. This target is part of their broader strategy to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, which encompasses all scopes of emissions. Additionally, they have committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and the use of sold products by 34.6% per ton of processed material by 2030. The company’s reduction targets are aligned with the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi), ensuring that their goals are consistent with the global effort to limit warming to 1.5°C. Georg Fischer's proactive approach to sustainability reflects its commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint across all operational scopes.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 416,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 583,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 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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