Bucher Industries AG, commonly referred to as Bucher, is a leading Swiss company headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1807, Bucher has established itself as a prominent player in the machinery and equipment industry, with a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia. The company operates across several key business areas, including municipal vehicles, agricultural machinery, and beverage technology. Bucher is renowned for its innovative core products, such as refuse collection vehicles and precision farming equipment, which are distinguished by their advanced technology and sustainability features. With a commitment to quality and efficiency, Bucher has achieved significant market recognition, positioning itself as a trusted partner in the sectors it serves. Over the years, the company has reached notable milestones, reinforcing its reputation as a pioneer in engineering excellence.
How does Bucher Industries'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.
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Bucher Industries's score of 38 is higher than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Bucher Industries reported total carbon emissions of approximately 69,680,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 41,651,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 28,029,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This marks a reduction from 2023, where emissions were about 81,510,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 45,549,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 35,961,000 kg CO2e. Bucher Industries has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 CO2 emissions by 30% by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company aspires to achieve a 10% reduction in emissions relative to production volume over five years, from 2021 to 2026. The emissions data is sourced directly from Bucher Industries AG, with no cascaded data from parent or related organizations. The company is actively working towards its climate targets, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint in the manufacturing sector.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 44,369,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 42,400,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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.
Bucher Industries has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

