Dover
Dover Corporation, a leading name in the air-conditioning and warm air heating equipment sector, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1955, the company has established itself as a key player in the manufacturing of commercial and industrial refrigeration equipment. With a strong operational presence across North America and beyond, Dover is renowned for its innovative solutions that enhance energy efficiency and performance.
The company’s core offerings include advanced heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems, as well as refrigeration technologies tailored for various industries. Dover's commitment to quality and sustainability sets it apart in a competitive market, earning recognition for its cutting-edge products and customer-centric approach. As a trusted partner in the HVAC and refrigeration landscape, Dover continues to drive advancements that meet the evolving needs of its clients.
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Dover’s score of 41 is lower than 49% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 39% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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Dover's reported carbon emissions
Dover Corporation, a leading manufacturer of air-conditioning, warm air heating equipment, and commercial and industrial refrigeration equipment, has demonstrated increasing transparency in its carbon emissions reporting. In 2024, the company reported approximately 15.6 billion kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions, primarily driven by the use of sold products (about 13.6 billion kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (approximately 479.9 million kg CO2e). Scope 1 and 2 emissions for 2024 were reported at approximately 180 million kg CO2e.
In 2023, Dover Corporation's emissions included approximately 25.6 million kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions and roughly 74 million kg CO2e in Scope 2 location-based emissions. Scope 3 emissions for the same year were dominated by the use of sold products, totalling about 15.3 billion kg CO2e.
Historical data shows that in 2022, Dover's total reported emissions were approximately 17.4 billion kg CO2e, comprising about 50 million kg CO2e in Scope 1, 99 million kg CO2e in Scope 2, and over 17.2 billion kg CO2e in Scope 3. In 2021, total emissions were around 16.3 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 43.1 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 92.7 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at nearly 16.2 billion kg CO2e.
Dover Corporation has established ambitious climate commitments, including science-based targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. The company is committed to an absolute reduction of 30% in Scope 1 and Scope 2 market-based GHG emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Furthermore, Dover aims to achieve a 15% reduction in its absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 2030, also from a 2019 baseline. These targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company is reported to be on track for its near-term targets for both Scope 1 and 2 and Scope 3 emissions.
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Dover’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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15% reduction in scope 3 total
Dover Corporation commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 market-based GHG emissions 30% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. Dover Corporation a…
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30% reduction in Scope 2
Dover Corporation commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 market-based GHG emissions 30% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. Dover Corporation a…
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30% reduction in Scope 1
Dover Corporation commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 market-based GHG emissions 30% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. Dover Corporation a…
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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