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Eaton Corporation plc, commonly referred to as Eaton, is a leading global power management company headquartered in Ireland (IE). Founded in 1911, Eaton has established itself in the electrical machinery and apparatus sector, specifically within the industry category of Electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. (31). With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Eaton provides innovative solutions across various business areas, including electrical systems, hydraulics, and aerospace.
Eaton's core products encompass power distribution and control equipment, circuit protection devices, and energy-efficient solutions, all designed to enhance operational efficiency and sustainability. The company is recognised for its commitment to innovation and has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for its energy management technologies. As a market leader, Eaton continues to shape the future of power management, driving advancements that meet the evolving needs of its customers worldwide.
67
DitchCarbon score
+36 vs industry average
Eaton’s score of 67 is higher than 78% 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
High
Electrical Machinery Manufacturing has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.315
20182025
The Electrical Machinery Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
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Reported emissions
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Eaton's reported carbon emissions
Eaton, an IE-headquartered electrical machinery and apparatus manufacturer, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5.97 billion kg CO2e in 2024. This figure includes 183.75 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 517.73 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (location-based), and 5.26 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
Eaton has committed to several climate targets:
- Near-term targets (SBTi): Eaton aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50.4% by 2030 from a 2018 baseline. Additionally, they commit to reducing Scope 3 GHG emissions by 58.1% per USD value added within the same timeframe. These targets are classified as consistent with a 1.5°C warming scenario by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
- Long-term targets (SBTi): Eaton commits to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the value chain by 2050. This includes reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90% by 2050 from a 2018 baseline, and reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 90% within the same timeframe. These long-term targets are also classified as consistent with a 1.5°C warming scenario by the SBTi.
- Company-wide commitments: Eaton is working towards making its own operations carbon neutral by 2030 and achieving net-zero emissions by 2030. They have also set an absolute goal of a 20% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025 from a 2015 baseline.
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Eaton’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
7 goals2050
90% reduction in scope 3 total
Eaton commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 90% within the same timeframe.
On track90%
2050
90% reduction in Scope 1
Eaton commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 90% by 2050 from a 2018 base year.
On track90%
2030
50.4% reduction in Scope 1
Eaton commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 50.4% by 2030 from a 2018 base year.
On track50.4%
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Climate initiatives
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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67
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60
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