Cargotec Corporation, commonly referred to as Cargotec, is a leading Finnish company headquartered in Helsinki, Finland (FI). Founded in 2003, Cargotec has established itself as a key player in the logistics and cargo handling industry, with a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and North America. The company focuses on innovative solutions in cargo and load handling, primarily through its well-known brands, Kalmar, Hiab, and MacGregor. Cargotec's core offerings include container handling equipment, marine cargo solutions, and on-road load handling systems, all designed to enhance efficiency and sustainability in logistics operations. With a commitment to technological advancement, Cargotec has achieved significant milestones, including numerous industry awards for innovation. As a market leader, Cargotec continues to shape the future of cargo handling, driving progress in the global supply chain.
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In 2023, Cargotec reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,486,600,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 6,486,600,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were approximately 24,400,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled about 9,500,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality in its own operations by 2030, which encompasses both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Cargotec has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. This target includes biogenic emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks. Additionally, the company plans to achieve a 42% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from low-emission equipment by 2030 and a 90% reduction by 2050 compared to the best-performing alternatives in 2020. Cargotec's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all reported figures are derived directly from its own disclosures. The company is actively working towards its sustainability goals, aligning with science-based targets to mitigate climate change impacts.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 20,100,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 28,100,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 145,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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