Armstrong World Industries
Armstrong World Industries, commonly known as Armstrong, is a leading manufacturer in the ceiling and wall solutions industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1860, the company has established a strong presence across North America and Europe, focusing on innovative products that enhance both aesthetics and acoustics in commercial and residential spaces. Armstrong's core offerings include a diverse range of ceiling tiles, suspension systems, and wall solutions, distinguished by their sustainability and design versatility. The company is recognised for its commitment to quality and innovation, having achieved numerous industry accolades over the years. With a robust market position, Armstrong continues to set benchmarks in the building materials sector, making it a trusted name for architects, designers, and contractors alike.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Armstrong World Industries's score of 38 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Armstrong World Industries's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Armstrong World Industries reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 198,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 86,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of around 284,000,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, the company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with a target to decrease absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 30% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, Armstrong aims to achieve 100% renewable electricity sourcing by 2030, up from 0% in 2019. The company also plans to reduce its absolute Scope 3 emissions by 27.5% by 2030, which encompasses emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, upstream transportation and distribution, waste generated in operations, downstream transportation and distribution, and end-of-life treatment of sold products. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are classified as consistent with keeping global warming well below 2°C. Armstrong World Industries is headquartered in the United States and operates within the building products sector, reflecting a proactive approach to sustainability and climate responsibility.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 214,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 108,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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