Daimler
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.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Daimler's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Daimler's score of 29 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Daimler's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Daimler reported total carbon emissions of approximately 538,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 83,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of around 621,000,000 kg CO2e for these scopes. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data for this year. Daimler has made significant strides in reducing its carbon footprint over the years. For instance, in 2021, the company reported approximately 1,148,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 emissions, indicating a notable reduction in emissions by 2023. The company is committed to sustainability and has signed the Amazon Climate Pledge, which signifies its dedication to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2040. Daimler's emissions reduction initiatives are part of a broader strategy to enhance sustainability across its operations, although specific reduction targets have not been detailed. The company continues to focus on improving its production processes and reducing emissions per vehicle produced, with reported specific CO2 emissions in production decreasing to approximately 279 kg CO2e per vehicle in 2023.
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| 1994 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 541,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 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 | 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 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Daimler is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
