Stihl
Stihl, officially known as Andreas Stihl AG & Co. KG, is a leading manufacturer in the outdoor power equipment industry, headquartered in Waiblingen, Germany. Founded in 1926, Stihl has established itself as a pioneer in the development of chainsaws and other cutting tools, with a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia. The company is renowned for its innovative products, including chainsaws, trimmers, and blowers, which are distinguished by their reliability, performance, and user-friendly design. Stihl's commitment to quality and engineering excellence has earned it a prominent market position, making it a trusted choice among professionals and homeowners alike. With a rich history of milestones, including the introduction of the first electric chainsaw, Stihl continues to lead the industry through ongoing innovation and sustainability initiatives, solidifying its reputation as a global leader in outdoor power equipment.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Stihl's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Business Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
Stihl's score of 28 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Let us know if this data was useful to you
Stihl's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Stihl reported total carbon emissions of approximately 46,491,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 26,239,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 20,252,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This marks a slight decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 46,788,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 29,215,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 17,573,000 kg CO2e. Stihl has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce fossil fuel consumption by 40% by 2030 compared to 2019 levels for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This initiative reflects the company's proactive approach to mitigating its carbon footprint and enhancing sustainability practices within its operations. While no Scope 3 emissions data has been disclosed, Stihl's focus on reducing direct and indirect emissions demonstrates a commitment to addressing climate change within the electrical equipment and machinery sector. The company is currently classified as "Committed" to near-term reduction targets, indicating a structured approach to achieving its environmental goals.
Unlock detailed emissions data
Access structured emissions data, company-specific emission factors, and source documents
| 2019 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 33,690,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 58,750,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
Industry emissions intensity
Location emissions intensity
Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Stihl is participating in some 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.
