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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.

57

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.

21

Industry Benchmark

Emerson Electric's score of 57 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Emerson Electric's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Emerson Electric reported significant greenhouse gas emissions, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 84,685,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 232,636,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by FY2045. Emerson's near-term targets include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by FY2030, using FY2021 as the baseline. Additionally, the company aims to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions by 25% within the same timeframe. Long-term, Emerson plans 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 targets encompass biogenic emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks, reflecting Emerson's commitment to sustainable practices and alignment with industry standards for climate action.

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2014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Scope 1
208,952,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
00,000,000
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00,000,000
Scope 2
761,996,000
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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
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0,000,000,000
000,000,000,000
000,000,000,000
000,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Emerson Electric's primary industry is Electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. (31), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Emerson Electric is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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.

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