Cat Sustainability Profile
Caterpillar Inc., commonly known as Cat, is a leading manufacturer in the heavy equipment industry, headquartered in the United States. Established in 1925, the company has grown to become a global powerhouse, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Cat is renowned for its innovative construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, and industrial gas turbines, all designed to enhance productivity and efficiency. With a commitment to sustainability and technological advancement, Cat has introduced unique products such as the Cat Command remote control system, setting industry standards. The company consistently ranks among the top in its sector, recognised for its robust market position and notable achievements, including a strong focus on customer service and support. Caterpillar's dedication to quality and innovation continues to drive its success in the competitive landscape of heavy machinery.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Cat'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 Machinery and Equipment 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
Cat's score of 65 is higher than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Let us know if this data was useful to you
Cat's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Cat reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,370,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 680,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 690,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based). The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, primarily from the use of sold products, amounting to about 680,000,000,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects a commitment to transparency in emissions reporting, with disclosures covering all three scopes. Cat has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 30% decrease in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 2018 levels by 2030. As of 2024, the company has achieved a 44% reduction in GHG emissions intensity from its 2018 baseline, alongside a 39% reduction in Scope 2 emissions and a 28% reduction in Scope 1 emissions. Furthermore, Cat has committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. The emissions data and reduction initiatives are part of Cat's broader sustainability strategy, which is aligned with industry standards and reflects a proactive approach to climate commitments. The data is not cascaded from a parent organization, ensuring that these figures are specific to Cat's operations.
Unlock detailed emissions data
Access structured emissions data, company-specific emission factors, and source documents
| 2006 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
How Carbon Intensive is Cat's Industry?
How Carbon Intensive is Cat's Location?
Cat's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Cat's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 10% last year and decreased by approximately 34% since 2018, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
Top Scope 3 Categories
Cat's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Cat has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
