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Illinois Tool Works

Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW) is a global leader in the manufacturing sector, headquartered in Glenview, Illinois, USA. Founded in 1912, ITW has established a strong presence across various operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. The company operates within the industrial manufacturing industry, focusing on diverse business areas such as automotive, construction, and food equipment. ITW is renowned for its innovative core products and services, which include advanced fastening systems, packaging solutions, and specialty adhesives. What sets ITW apart is its commitment to innovation and efficiency, driven by a unique business model that emphasises decentralised management. With a robust market position, ITW has consistently achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its sustainable practices and strong financial performance, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the global manufacturing landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Illinois Tool Works'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.

36

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Furniture Manufacturing 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.

9

Industry Benchmark

Illinois Tool Works's score of 36 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Illinois Tool Works's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Illinois Tool Works (ITW) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 505,475,000 kg CO2e, which includes 138,029,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 394,105,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. ITW's emissions data indicates a significant reliance on both direct and indirect emissions, with a notable portion attributed to their operations in the US, where they reported 77,249,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 and 132,424,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2 emissions. The absence of defined reduction targets suggests that while ITW is actively monitoring its emissions, it may need to enhance its climate commitments to align with industry standards and expectations for sustainability. Overall, ITW's emissions profile reflects the challenges faced by large manufacturing entities in managing their carbon footprint, highlighting the importance of establishing clear reduction strategies to mitigate climate impact.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Illinois Tool Works's primary industry is Furniture; other manufactured goods n.e.c. (36), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Illinois Tool Works is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon 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.

Illinois Tool Works is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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