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Detroit Diesel Corporation Sustainability Profile

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Detroit Diesel Corporation, a prominent name in the engine manufacturing industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1938, the company has established itself as a leader in the production of high-performance diesel engines and propulsion systems, primarily serving the commercial vehicle and marine sectors. With a strong presence in North America and expanding operations globally, Detroit Diesel is renowned for its innovative technologies, including advanced engine management systems and fuel-efficient designs. The company’s core products, such as the Series 60 and DD16 engines, are distinguished by their reliability and superior performance, making them a preferred choice among fleet operators. Detroit Diesel's commitment to quality and sustainability has solidified its market position, earning accolades for its contributions to the industry. As a key player in the diesel engine market, the company continues to drive advancements in engine technology, ensuring it remains at the forefront of the sector.

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46

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Machinery and Equipment 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Detroit Diesel Corporation's score of 46 is higher than 71% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Detroit Diesel Corporation's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Daimler Truck Holding AG

As of the latest available data, Detroit Diesel Corporation does not report specific carbon emissions figures, indicating a lack of publicly disclosed emissions data. The company is a current subsidiary of Daimler Truck Holding AG, which may influence its climate commitments and emissions reporting. Detroit Diesel Corporation's climate initiatives and reduction targets are not explicitly outlined in the available information. However, emissions data and performance metrics may be cascaded from its parent company, Daimler Truck Holding AG, which is known for its sustainability efforts in the automotive sector. This relationship suggests that Detroit Diesel may align its climate strategies with those of Daimler Truck, although specific targets or achievements are not detailed. In the context of the industry, many companies are increasingly focusing on reducing their carbon footprints and committing to science-based targets. While Detroit Diesel Corporation has not disclosed its own specific commitments or reduction initiatives, it is likely to be influenced by the broader goals set by its parent company and the automotive industry's shift towards sustainability.

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Scope 1
1,056,000
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Scope 2
1,882,000
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000,000
Scope 3
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000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Detroit Diesel Corporation's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Detroit Diesel Corporation's primary industry is Machinery and Equipment, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Detroit Diesel Corporation'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 Detroit Diesel Corporation is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Detroit Diesel Corporation'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 95% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Use of Sold Products
95%
Purchased Goods and Services
5%

Detroit Diesel Corporation'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.

Detroit Diesel Corporation has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. 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
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