Emerson Electric
Emerson Electric Co., commonly referred to as Emerson, is a leading global technology and engineering company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1890, Emerson has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia, focusing on the industrial, commercial, and residential sectors. Specialising in automation solutions, climate technologies, and tools for process management, Emerson is renowned for its innovative products and services that enhance efficiency and sustainability. The company’s commitment to advancing technology has positioned it as a market leader, with notable achievements in smart manufacturing and energy management. With a rich history of over a century, Emerson continues to drive progress in the industry, making it a trusted partner for businesses worldwide.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Emerson Electric'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
Mean score of companies in the Electrical Machinery Manufacturing 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.
Industry Benchmark
Emerson Electric's score of 55 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Emerson Electric's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Emerson Electric reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 284,868,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and Scope 2 sources. This includes 84,685,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from company operations, and 232,636,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, representing indirect emissions from purchased electricity. Emerson has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by FY2045. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 90% by FY2030, using FY2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, Emerson plans to cut absolute Scope 3 emissions by 25% within the same timeframe. Long-term, the company aims to maintain at least a 90% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from FY2030 through FY2045, while also targeting a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by FY2045. These commitments align with industry standards and reflect Emerson's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.
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Get Started| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 208,952,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 761,996,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Emerson Electric 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.
