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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In 2024, American Axle & Manufacturing (AAM) reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 91,346,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 176,823,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 globally. In the United States, emissions were about 39,570,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 249,784,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve 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. Additionally, the company aims for 66.7% of its suppliers to have science-based targets by 2027. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2040. The company is also committed to transitioning to 100% renewable energy in the U.S. by the end of 2025 and has set a goal of a 5% annual improvement in emissions intensity from a 2020 baseline. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect AAM's commitment to sustainable manufacturing practices.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 149,887,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 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 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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