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Alfa Laval

Alfa Laval, a global leader in heat transfer, separation, and fluid handling, is headquartered in Sweden (SE) and operates extensively across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Founded in 1883, the company has a rich history marked by innovation and significant milestones, including the development of the first plate heat exchanger. Specialising in technologies that enhance efficiency and sustainability, Alfa Laval offers a diverse range of core products and services, including heat exchangers, separators, and pumps. Their unique approach to engineering solutions not only optimises processes but also reduces environmental impact, positioning them as a trusted partner in industries such as energy, food, and water treatment. With a strong market presence and a commitment to continuous improvement, Alfa Laval has achieved notable recognition for its contributions to industrial efficiency and sustainability, solidifying its status as a key player in the global market.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Alfa Laval'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.

62

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Machinery and Equipment 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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Alfa Laval's score of 62 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Alfa Laval's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Alfa Laval reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 44,554,244,000 kg CO2e, with specific emissions breakdowns of 16,282,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 5,082,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, which included various categories such as capital goods and business travel. Alfa Laval has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050, using 2020 as the base year. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 95% by 2030 and to achieve 100% renewable electricity sourcing by the same year. Additionally, Alfa Laval aims to cut absolute Scope 3 emissions by 50% within the same timeframe. These commitments reflect Alfa Laval's dedication to sustainability and align with industry standards for climate action, demonstrating a proactive approach to mitigating climate change impacts. The company is headquartered in Sweden (SE) and operates within the electrical equipment and machinery sector.

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201520162017201820192020202120222023
Scope 1
19,488,000
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Scope 2
64,991,000
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0,000,000
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Scope 3
225,706,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Alfa Laval's primary industry is Machinery and equipment n.e.c. (29), which is medium 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. Alfa Laval is headquartered in SE, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Alfa Laval 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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