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ABB Ltd, commonly referred to as ABB, is a leading global player in the switchgear and switchboard apparatus manufacturing industry. Headquartered in Switzerland (CH), ABB operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia, providing innovative solutions that enhance efficiency and sustainability in electrical systems. Founded in 1988 through the merger of ASEA and BBC, ABB has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in automation and electrification technologies.
The company’s core offerings include high-voltage switchgear, low-voltage products, and integrated solutions for power distribution. ABB is renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation, making its products unique in their ability to optimise energy use and improve operational reliability. With a strong market position, ABB continues to set industry standards, contributing to a more sustainable future through its cutting-edge technologies and solutions.
+34 vs industry average
Abb’s score of 88 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing has above-average carbon intensity
The Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
ABB, a Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus manufacturer headquartered in Switzerland, reported total emissions of approximately 425.4 million tonnes CO2e in 2025. This includes about 119,000 tonnes CO2e from Scope 1, 255,000 tonnes CO2e from Scope 2 (location-based), and approximately 425.3 million tonnes CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. A significant portion of Scope 3 emissions, about 414.2 million tonnes CO2e, stems from the use of sold products.
ABB has set ambitious climate commitments, validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050.
Key reduction targets include:
ABB also works with its main tier-one suppliers to reduce their Scope 1 and 2 CO2e emissions by 50% by 2030 (compared to a 2022 baseline) to support its Scope 3 targets. The company has enabled customers to avoid 285 million tonnes of CO2e emissions over the full product lifecycle for products and services sold since 2022.
2050
90% reduction in scope 3 total
ABB commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 90% by 2050 from a 2022 base year.
2030
25% reduction in scope 3 total
ABB commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 25% by 2030 from a 2022 base year.
2050
ABB also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 25…
ABB also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 25% by 2030 from a 2022 base year.
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