Pirelli & C. S.p.A., commonly known as Pirelli, is a renowned Italian tyre manufacturer headquartered in Milan, Italy. Established in 1872, Pirelli has evolved into a global leader in the tyre industry, with significant operations across Europe, North America, and Asia. The company is primarily focused on the production of high-performance tyres for cars, motorcycles, and bicycles, catering to both the premium and luxury segments. Pirelli is celebrated for its innovative approach, particularly in the development of tyres that enhance performance and safety. The brand's commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology has positioned it as a key player in the automotive sector. Notably, Pirelli is the exclusive tyre supplier for the FIA Formula One World Championship, underscoring its reputation for excellence and performance in the competitive landscape of tyre manufacturing.
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In 2024, Pirelli reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 21,049,615,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 215,247,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at approximately 150,949,000 kg CO2e, and a significant Scope 3 total of about 20,683,324,000 kg CO2e. This represents a substantial increase from 2023, where total emissions were about 3,478,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 205,490,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 (market-based) at around 249,475,000 kg CO2e. Pirelli has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 42% reduction in absolute greenhouse gas emissions (Scope 1 and 2) by 2025 compared to 2015 levels. Additionally, the company is committed to achieving carbon neutrality across all scopes by 2030 and aims for net-zero emissions by 2050 at the latest. These targets are part of Pirelli's broader sustainability strategy, which includes sourcing 100% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2025. The company has also established interim targets for 2027, aiming for a 62% reduction in absolute emissions for Scopes 1 and 2 and a 28% reduction for Scope 3, compared to 2018 levels. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) standards, reflecting Pirelli's dedication to reducing its environmental impact throughout its value chain.
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2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 242,410,000 | 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 2 | 797,979,000 | 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 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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