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
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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 93 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 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 23,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 447,426,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. ABB's near-term targets include an 80% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the base year, and a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by 2030, with 2022 as the base year. Long-term goals include achieving a 100% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2050. These targets encompass land-related emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks, aligning with industry standards for climate action. ABB's headquarters is located in Switzerland (CH), and the company is committed to sustainable practices in the electrical equipment and machinery sector.
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| 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 117,000,000 | 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 |
| Scope 2 | 342,000,000 | 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 | 00,000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 160,000,000 | 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 | 000,000,000 |
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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.
