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Zehnder Sustainability Profile

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Zehnder Group AG, commonly referred to as Zehnder, is a leading player in the heating, cooling, and indoor air quality industry, headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1895, the company has established a strong presence across Europe and beyond, focusing on innovative solutions that enhance comfort and energy efficiency in residential and commercial spaces. Zehnder is renowned for its high-quality radiators, ventilation systems, and heat recovery solutions, which are designed to optimise indoor climates while minimising energy consumption. The company’s commitment to sustainability and design excellence has positioned it as a market leader, with notable achievements in energy-efficient technologies and a robust portfolio of patented products. With a rich history and a forward-thinking approach, Zehnder continues to set benchmarks in the HVAC sector.

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72

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.

29

Industry Benchmark

Zehnder's score of 72 is higher than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

84%

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Zehnder's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Zehnder Group AG reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,675,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and Scope 2 sources, with Scope 1 emissions at about 8,377,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 7,670,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The company’s Scope 3 emissions were significantly higher, totalling around 1,602,591,000 kg CO2e, with the largest contributions from the use of sold products (approximately 1,187,482,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (about 364,863,000 kg CO2e). In 2023, Zehnder's emissions were reported as approximately 9,223,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 8,457,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and around 1,874,862,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The previous year, 2022, saw Scope 1 emissions at about 12,161,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 11,212,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions reaching around 4,917,348,000 kg CO2e. Zehnder has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company’s emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, indicating that all reported figures are directly from Zehnder Group AG. Overall, Zehnder Group AG's emissions profile highlights a significant reliance on Scope 3 emissions, particularly from the use of sold products, which presents an opportunity for future reduction initiatives.

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Scope 1
11,943,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
20,182,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
-
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Zehnder's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Zehnder's primary industry is Business Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Zehnder's Location?

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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. This request for Zehnder is in CH, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Zehnder's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Zehnder's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 15% last year and decreased by approximately 67% since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 74% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Use of Sold Products
74%
Purchased Goods and Services
23%
Downstream Leased Assets
1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%

Zehnder's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Zehnder has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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