Daimler Sustainability Profile
Daimler AG, a global leader in the automotive industry, is headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany. Founded in 1890, the company has a rich history marked by innovation and excellence, particularly in the luxury vehicle segment. Daimler operates primarily in Europe, North America, and Asia, with its renowned Mercedes-Benz and Mercedes-AMG brands at the forefront of its offerings. The company is celebrated for its premium cars, trucks, and buses, distinguished by cutting-edge technology and superior engineering. Daimler's commitment to sustainability and electric mobility positions it as a forward-thinking player in the automotive landscape. With numerous accolades for safety and performance, Daimler AG continues to solidify its market position as a pioneer in the automotive sector, consistently pushing the boundaries of design and functionality.
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Daimler's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Daimler reported total carbon emissions of approximately 129,600,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 600,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at approximately 100,000,000 kg CO2e, and a significant Scope 3 total of about 128,900,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for an 80% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030 compared to 2018 levels. This target is part of a broader commitment to achieve a net carbon-neutral new vehicle fleet across the entire value chain by 2039. In 2023, Daimler's emissions were reported at approximately 1,471,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 933,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (location-based). The company has already achieved a 50% reduction in CO2 emissions at its plants (Scope 1 and 2) by 2022, relative to 2018 levels. Daimler's climate commitments include a focus on reducing lifecycle CO2 emissions per passenger car by at least 50% by 2030, using 2020 as a baseline. Additionally, the company aims to cut CO2 emissions in logistics by 60% by 2039 compared to 2021 levels. These initiatives reflect Daimler's dedication to sustainability and its alignment with global climate goals.
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| 1994 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 541,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,895,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000,000 |
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Daimler's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
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" being the largest emissions source at 75% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Daimler'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.
Daimler 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.
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