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Emerson Electric Sustainability Profile

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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.

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95

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.

32

Industry Benchmark

Emerson Electric's score of 95 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

96%

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Emerson Electric's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Emerson Electric reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 6,190,270,000 kg CO2e, comprising 64,976,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 124,950,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 6,019,344,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero operations by 2045, with a near-term target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 90% by 2030, using a 2021 baseline. Additionally, Emerson plans to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 25% within the same timeframe. Emerson's reduction initiatives include a commitment to achieve a 20% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, normalised to sales, by 2028, compared to a 2018 baseline. The company is also aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which validates its targets as consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Overall, Emerson Electric's comprehensive approach to emissions reduction reflects its commitment to sustainability and climate responsibility, with a focus on significant long-term and near-term targets across all scopes of emissions.

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Scope 1
208,952,000
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00,000,000
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Scope 2
761,996,000
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000,000,000
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Scope 3
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Emerson Electric's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Emerson Electric's primary industry is Electrical Machinery Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Emerson Electric's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Emerson Electric is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Emerson Electric's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Emerson Electric's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 15% last year and decreased by approximately 13% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 71% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Use of Sold Products
71%
Capital Goods
17%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
5%
Employee Commuting
2%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
1%
Business Travel
1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Investments
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Emerson Electric's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

Emerson Electric has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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