American Axle And Manufacturing
American Axle & Manufacturing, commonly referred to as AAM, is a leading global supplier of driveline and drivetrain systems, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1994, AAM has established itself as a key player in the automotive industry, with major operational regions across North America, Europe, and Asia. The company specialises in manufacturing a diverse range of products, including axles, driveshafts, and chassis components, which are integral to vehicle performance and efficiency. AAM's commitment to innovation and quality has positioned it as a trusted partner for many of the world's top automotive manufacturers. With a strong market presence and notable achievements in engineering excellence, American Axle & Manufacturing continues to drive advancements in vehicle technology, ensuring it remains at the forefront of the automotive sector.
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American Axle And Manufacturing's score of 40 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
American Axle And Manufacturing's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, American Axle & Manufacturing (AAM) reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 391,783,000 kg CO2e, comprising 94,578,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 297,205,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2040, using 2020 as the baseline year. AAM has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 45% by 2030 and Scope 3 emissions by 25% within the same timeframe. The Scope 3 emissions encompass various categories, including purchased goods and services, capital goods, and waste generated in operations. Furthermore, AAM aims for 66.7% of its suppliers, based on emissions from purchased goods and services, to have science-based targets by 2027. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions and Scope 3 emissions by 2040, reinforcing AAM's commitment to sustainable practices within the automotive industry. These targets align with the science-based criteria necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C, demonstrating AAM's proactive approach to addressing climate change.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 149,887,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 926,392,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,076,269,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - |
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