Abb
ABB Ltd., commonly referred to as ABB, is a global leader in electrification and automation technologies, headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1988 through the merger of ASEA and BBC, ABB has established a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, serving diverse industries such as utilities, transportation, and manufacturing. The company is renowned for its innovative solutions in robotics, power grids, and industrial automation, which enhance efficiency and sustainability. ABB's commitment to research and development has led to significant advancements, including the development of smart grid technologies and cutting-edge robotics. With a robust market position, ABB has received numerous accolades for its contributions to energy efficiency and digital transformation, solidifying its reputation as a pioneer in the industry.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Abb'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 Electrical Machinery 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.
Industry Benchmark
Abb's score of 90 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Abb's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, ABB reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 447,577,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 128,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 23,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 447,426,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This reflects a commitment to transparency in emissions reporting, covering all relevant scopes. ABB has set ambitious climate targets as part of its sustainability strategy. The company aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. In the near term, ABB has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 80% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, ABB plans to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions by 25% by 2030, with a 2022 baseline. Long-term goals include a complete reduction of Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050 and a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by the same year. These targets align with industry standards and reflect ABB's commitment to addressing climate change through significant emission reductions and sustainable practices.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 109,000,000 | 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 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 352,000,000 | 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 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 185,000,000 | 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 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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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.
Abb is committed to some 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.
