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updated 23 days ago

Engel Sustainability Profile

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Engel, officially known as Engel Austria GmbH, is a leading player in the injection moulding industry, headquartered in Schwertberg, Austria. Founded in 1945, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the development of innovative injection moulding machines and automation solutions, serving major operational regions across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Engel's core offerings include high-performance injection moulding machines, integrated manufacturing solutions, and advanced automation technologies. What sets Engel apart is its commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency, making it a preferred choice for manufacturers seeking to optimise production processes. With a strong market position, Engel has received numerous accolades for its technological advancements and customer-centric approach, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the global plastics industry.

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23

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.

30

Industry Benchmark

Engel's score of 23 is lower than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Engel's reported carbon emissions

In 2025, Engel reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,851,827,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 1,834,589,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were approximately 9,879,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled about 7,359,000 kg CO2e. The breakdown of Scope 3 emissions highlights major sources, including the use of sold products (about 1,298,677,000 kg CO2e) and employee commuting (approximately 12,010,000 kg CO2e). In 2024, Engel's emissions in Austria were reported at approximately 871,181,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 2,481,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 6,418,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 868,701,000 kg CO2e. The 2023 data for Austria indicated total emissions of around 1,542,483,000 kg CO2e, primarily driven by Scope 3 emissions (approximately 1,539,864,000 kg CO2e). Engel has not specified any reduction targets or commitments through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, ENGEL AUSTRIA GmbH, reflecting the company's current subsidiary status. This data provides a comprehensive view of Engel's carbon footprint and highlights the need for strategic initiatives to address its substantial Scope 3 emissions.

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2025
Scope 1
9,879,000
Scope 2
7,359,000
Scope 3
1,834,589,000

How Carbon Intensive is Engel's Industry?

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

How Carbon Intensive is Engel'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 Engel is in AT, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Engel's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

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

2025
Use of Sold Products
71%
Purchased Goods and Services
24%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Upstream Leased Assets
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

Engel'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.

Engel 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.

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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