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.
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In 2024, Cummins Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 706,138,000 kg CO2e, comprising 295,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 411,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, aiming for a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. This commitment is part of their broader PLANET 2050 strategy, which aspires to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. Cummins has also committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 25% by 2030, further demonstrating its dedication to comprehensive climate action. The company’s initiatives are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which validates their targets as consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Overall, Cummins's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to sustainability, with a clear roadmap for significant emissions reductions in the coming years.
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2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 788,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | - | - | 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 | - |
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