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 total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 91,346,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 176,823,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This reflects a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions from 2023, where they were approximately 94,578,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions saw a significant reduction from about 297,205,000 kg CO2e in the same year. AAM 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. The company 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, AAM is committed to ensuring that 66.7% of its suppliers by emissions will have science-based targets by 2027. In terms of intensity reduction, AAM plans to decrease its emissions intensity for Scope 1 by 5% annually from a 2020 baseline until 2025, and for Scope 2 by nearly 3% annually over the same period. Furthermore, AAM aims to transition to 100% renewable energy purchases in the United States by the end of 2025. Overall, AAM's long-term strategy includes a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2040, alongside a similar target for Scope 3 emissions. These commitments are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect AAM's dedication to sustainable manufacturing practices.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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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 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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