Cat
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.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Cat's score of 52 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Cat's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Cat reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,370,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 680,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 (direct emissions) and 690,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based emissions). This marks a significant reduction in emissions compared to previous years, with a 28% decrease in Scope 1 emissions and a 39% reduction in Scope 2 emissions from their 2018 baseline. In 2023, the company’s emissions were approximately 1,440,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 690,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 750,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based). Notably, Scope 3 emissions, which include the use of sold products, were reported at a staggering 759,000,000,000 kg CO2e. Cat has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2050 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. The company has made substantial progress towards these goals, achieving a 28% reduction in Scope 1 emissions and a 39% reduction in Scope 2 emissions by 2024, relative to their 2018 levels. Additionally, they reported a 44% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions intensity over the same period. Overall, Cat's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint reflects a proactive approach to addressing climate change, aligning with industry standards and expectations for sustainability.
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| 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 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 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 | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Cat is participating in some 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.
