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Emerson Electric Co., commonly known as Emerson, is a prominent American multinational headquartered in the United States. Established in 1890, the company has a long-standing history in the industry, evolving from its origins into a key player in the software and prerecorded media sectors. While traditionally recognised for its electrical equipment, Emerson has expanded into areas related to software solutions and media reproduction, serving diverse markets across North America, Europe, and beyond.
Specialising in the production and distribution of prerecorded compact discs, tapes, and record reproducing equipment, Emerson distinguishes itself through innovative technology and reliable products. Its market position is reinforced by a commitment to quality and technological advancement, making it a notable entity within the industry. With a legacy spanning over a century, Emerson continues to adapt and lead in its core business areas.
+35 vs industry average
Emerson Electric’s score of 100 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Software and Other Prerecorded Compact Disc, Tape, and Record Reproducing is among the least carbon-intensive industries
The Software and Other Prerecorded Compact Disc, Tape, and Record Reproducing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 29% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Emerson Electric Co., headquartered in the US and operating in the Software and Other Prerecorded Compact Disc, Tape, and Record Reproducing industry, reported total emissions of approximately 7.62 billion kg CO2e in 2024. This figure includes about 66.7 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, approximately 129 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and around 7.43 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
Looking ahead to 2025, Emerson Electric Co. projects a total emission of approximately 7.33 billion kg CO2e. This is expected to comprise about 66.6 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, approximately 114 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and roughly 7.14 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
Emerson Electric Co. has set ambitious climate commitments, validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by FY2045, with a FY2021 baseline. This long-term target includes maintaining at least a 90% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions from FY2030 through FY2045, and a 90% absolute reduction in Scope 3 GHG emissions by FY2045 from a FY2021 baseline.
For the near-term, Emerson Electric Co. is committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 90% by FY2030 from a FY2021 base year. Additionally, the company aims to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 25% within the same timeframe. These near-term targets cover greenhouse gas emissions from company operations and are consistent with reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C.
2030
90% reduction in Scope 1
Emerson commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and scope 2 GHG emissions 90% by FY2030 from a FY2021 base year.* *The target boundary includes b…
2045
90% reduction in scope 3 total
Emerson also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 90% by FY2045 from a FY2021 base year.
2030
90% reduction in Scope 2
Emerson commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and scope 2 GHG emissions 90% by FY2030 from a FY2021 base year.* *The target boundary includes b…
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