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Atlas Copco Group

Atlas Copco Group, a leading global provider of sustainable productivity solutions, is headquartered in Sweden (SE) and operates across major regions including Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 1873, the company has established itself in the industrial sector, focusing on areas such as compressed air and gas equipment, vacuum solutions, and construction and mining tools. Renowned for its innovative core products and services, Atlas Copco stands out with its commitment to energy efficiency and sustainability. The company has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in automation and digitalisation, solidifying its market position as a trusted partner for various industries. With a rich history and a forward-thinking approach, Atlas Copco continues to drive progress in the industrial landscape.

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How does Atlas Copco Group's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

63

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

25

Industry Benchmark

Atlas Copco Group's score of 63 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Atlas Copco Group's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Atlas Copco Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 224,327,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 91,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 23,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 224,000,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions primarily stem from the use of sold products, which accounted for about 218,027,000,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2023, the total emissions were about 248,013,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 89,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at around 30,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The Scope 3 emissions for that year were about 213,000,000 kg CO2e. Atlas Copco has set ambitious reduction targets aligned with climate science. The company aims to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 46% by 2030, using 2019 as a baseline. For Scope 3 emissions, the target is a 28% reduction by the same year. Furthermore, Atlas Copco has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, with an overall goal of reducing global greenhouse gas emissions by 45% by 2030. These commitments reflect the company's dedication to addressing climate change and contributing to a sustainable future.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Atlas Copco Group's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Atlas Copco Group is in SE, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Atlas Copco Group is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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