ElringKlinger AG, a prominent player in the automotive and industrial sectors, is headquartered in Dettingen an der Erms, Germany. Founded in 1879, the company has established itself as a leader in the development and production of high-performance sealing systems, shielding technologies, and lightweight components. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, ElringKlinger serves a diverse clientele, including major automotive manufacturers. The company is renowned for its innovative solutions that enhance vehicle efficiency and sustainability, particularly in the realm of electric mobility. Key products include gaskets, heat shields, and battery components, all designed to meet stringent industry standards. ElringKlinger's commitment to quality and innovation has solidified its market position, making it a trusted partner in the evolving automotive landscape.
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In 2024, ElringKlinger reported total carbon emissions of approximately 918,611,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 20,043,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 29,296,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 838,088,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major contributions from purchased goods and services (approximately 661,402,000 kg CO2e) and capital goods (about 57,914,000 kg CO2e). ElringKlinger has committed to achieving net zero emissions for its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions across Europe by 2025 and globally by 2030, as outlined in their Climate Protection Agreement. This initiative reflects their strategic approach to carbon neutrality, which began implementation in the 2021 financial year. The company has consistently disclosed emissions data across all relevant scopes, demonstrating transparency in its climate commitments. The emissions data is sourced directly from ElringKlinger AG, with no cascaded data from parent organizations.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 26,700,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 77,500,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000 | 000,000,000 |
ElringKlinger's Scope 3 emissions, which increased significantly last year and increased significantly since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 79% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
ElringKlinger 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.
