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Daimler Sustainability Profile

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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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55

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Motor Vehicle Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

26

Industry Benchmark

Daimler's score of 55 is higher than 71% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

71%

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Daimler's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Daimler reported total carbon emissions of approximately 129.6 billion kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 600 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 100 million kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 128.9 billion 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. Additionally, Daimler is committed to achieving a net carbon-neutral new vehicle fleet across its entire value chain by 2039. Daimler's climate commitments also include a 50% reduction in CO2 emissions at its production plants by 2030, which has already been achieved for the reporting year. The company is actively working towards reducing lifecycle CO2 emissions per passenger car by at least 50% by 2030, using 2020 as a baseline. These initiatives reflect Daimler's dedication to sustainability and its alignment with global climate goals.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
1,895,000,000
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000,000,000
Scope 3
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000,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Daimler's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Daimler's primary industry is Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Daimler's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Daimler is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Use of Sold Products
75%
Purchased Goods and Services
17%
Capital Goods
2%
Franchises
2%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
2%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Investments
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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