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Abb

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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.

90

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.

21

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.

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Abb's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, ABB reported total carbon emissions of approximately 447,577,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 128,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 23,000,000 kg CO2e, and a significant Scope 3 total of around 447,426,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 80% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline and to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. Additionally, ABB plans to cut absolute Scope 3 emissions by 25% by 2030 from a 2022 baseline, with a long-term goal of a 90% reduction by 2050. These targets have been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aligning with global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C. ABB's headquarters is located in Switzerland (CH).

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Abb's primary industry is Electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. (31), 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. Abb is headquartered in CH, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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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.

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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