Cnim, officially known as Cnim Group, is a prominent French company headquartered in France, with significant operations across Europe and beyond. Founded in 1856, Cnim has established itself as a leader in the engineering and industrial sectors, specialising in energy, environment, and defence solutions. The company is renowned for its innovative core products and services, including advanced waste-to-energy systems and cutting-edge nuclear engineering solutions, which distinguish it in a competitive market. Cnim's commitment to sustainability and technological advancement has earned it a strong market position, marked by notable achievements in large-scale infrastructure projects. With a rich history and a focus on delivering high-quality, efficient solutions, Cnim continues to shape the future of its industries.
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In 2020, CNIM reported total carbon emissions of approximately 437,919,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 5,933,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 48,480,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This represents a slight decrease from 2019, where total emissions were about 515,333,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 466,448,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 4,577,000 kg CO2e. CNIM has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025. This target reflects a proactive approach to mitigating climate impact, aligning with industry standards for carbon reduction. The emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, CNIM Groupe SA, ensuring consistency in reporting across the corporate family. Overall, CNIM's commitment to achieving significant reductions in its carbon footprint demonstrates a strong dedication to sustainability and climate action within the industry.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 460,922,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,726,000 | 00,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Cnim's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 17% last year and decreased by approximately 8% since 2017, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 10% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Waste Generated in Operations" being the largest emissions source at 94% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Cnim 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.

