Cummins Inc., a global leader in the design and manufacture of engines and power generation products, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1919, Cummins has established itself as a key player in the automotive and industrial sectors, with major operational regions spanning North America, South America, Europe, and Asia.
The company is renowned for its innovative diesel and natural gas engines, as well as its advanced power generation systems, which are distinguished by their reliability and efficiency. Cummins has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in clean energy technologies and a commitment to sustainability.
With a strong market position, Cummins is recognised for its engineering excellence and has received numerous accolades for its contributions to the industry, making it a trusted name in power solutions worldwide.
+37 vs industry average
Cummins’s score of 63 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Machinery and Equipment has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Machinery and Equipment industry has reduced its overall emissions by 12% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Cummins's reported carbon emissions
Cummins, headquartered in the US, has detailed its carbon emissions and climate commitments. For 2024, the company reported total global emissions of approximately 1,095,374,400 kg CO2e. This figure is comprised of Scope 1 emissions totalling about 347,439,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions, market-based, at approximately 435,768,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2024 were substantial, with the use of sold products alone accounting for about 1,067,300,000,000 kg CO2e. Purchased goods and services contributed approximately 5,341,000,000 kg CO2e, and downstream transportation and distribution added about 1,332,000,000 kg CO2e. Cummins has set ambitious climate targets, including a commitment to reduce absolute greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from its facilities and operations by 50% by 2030, using a 2018 baseline. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, the company has committed to reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from the use of sold products by 25% by 2030, also from a 2018 baseline. These near-term targets are recognised by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) as being consistent with a 1.5°C trajectory. Looking further ahead, Cummins has a long-term aspiration to achieve carbon neutrality in its operations and products by 2050, as part of its PLANET 2050 environmental sustainability strategy. The company is actively reporting on its progress towards these goals.
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Cummins’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
8 goals2030
50% reduction in all scopes
Reduce absolute greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from facilities and operations by 50%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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