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Faber-Castell AG

Faber-Castell AG, a renowned name in the stationery and art supplies industry, is headquartered in Stein, Germany. Founded in 1761, the company has a rich history marked by innovation and craftsmanship, establishing itself as a leader in the production of high-quality writing instruments, art materials, and stationery products. With a global presence, Faber-Castell operates in various regions, including Europe, Asia, and the Americas, catering to both professional artists and everyday consumers. The brand is particularly celebrated for its eco-friendly practices and unique offerings, such as the iconic Polychromos coloured pencils and the premium Graf von Faber-Castell line. Faber-Castell's commitment to quality and sustainability has solidified its market position, making it a trusted choice for creative individuals and professionals alike.

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How does Faber-Castell AG'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.

14

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Paper Products 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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Faber-Castell AG's score of 14 is lower than 69% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Faber-Castell AG's reported carbon emissions

Faber-Castell AG, headquartered in Germany, has reported its carbon emissions data up to 2021. In 2021, the company emitted approximately 5,060,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 14,940,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 6,312,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting, covering all three scopes. In previous years, Faber-Castell's total emissions were as follows: 50,496,000 kg CO2e in 2015, 62,429,000 kg CO2e in 2016, and 64,219,000 kg CO2e in 2017. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments. Overall, while Faber-Castell AG has made strides in emissions reporting, the absence of defined reduction targets suggests that further action may be necessary to align with industry standards for climate accountability.

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Scope 1
5,996,000
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Scope 2
31,565,000
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Scope 3
11,408,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Faber-Castell AG's primary industry is Paper and paper products, which is medium 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. This request for Faber-Castell AG is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Faber-Castell AG is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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
Reduction Actions

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