Berkshire Hathaway Inc.
Berkshire Hathaway Inc., often referred to simply as Berkshire Hathaway, is a multinational conglomerate holding company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1839, it has evolved from a textile manufacturing firm into a diversified powerhouse with significant operations across various industries, including insurance, utilities, railroads, and consumer goods. With a reputation for strategic acquisitions and a long-term investment philosophy, Berkshire Hathaway has achieved remarkable milestones, such as becoming one of the largest companies in the world by market capitalisation. Its core offerings include insurance products through subsidiaries like GEICO, as well as a diverse portfolio of well-known brands, including Dairy Queen and Duracell. This unique blend of businesses positions Berkshire Hathaway as a leader in the investment landscape, renowned for its disciplined approach and strong financial performance.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Berkshire Hathaway Inc.'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.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Textile Manufacturing 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.
Industry Benchmark
Berkshire Hathaway Inc.'s score of 15 is lower than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Berkshire Hathaway Inc.'s reported carbon emissions
Berkshire Hathaway Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not provide specific carbon emissions data or reduction targets. As of the latest available information, there are no documented initiatives or commitments related to carbon emissions reduction or climate pledges. This lack of data suggests that the company may not have publicly outlined its climate strategy or specific emissions metrics, which is increasingly important in today's environmentally conscious market. Without concrete figures or targets, it is challenging to assess Berkshire Hathaway's position in the context of climate commitments compared to industry standards.
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Berkshire Hathaway Inc. is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
