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 US specifically, AAM's 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. To support these initiatives, AAM intends to improve its energy consumption intensity by nearly 3% annually and achieve 100% renewable energy purchases in the US by the end of 2025. The company is committed to sourcing 100% renewable and carbon-free energy globally by 2035. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect AAM's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.
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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 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
American Axle And Manufacturing's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 4% last year and increased by approximately 4% since 2023, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 66% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
American Axle And Manufacturing has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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