Festool GmbH, headquartered in Germany, is a leading manufacturer in the power tools industry, renowned for its innovative solutions tailored for professional tradespeople and serious DIY enthusiasts. Founded in 1925, Festool has established a strong presence across Europe and beyond, with a focus on woodworking, construction, and renovation sectors. The company is celebrated for its high-quality products, including saws, sanders, and dust extraction systems, which are designed to enhance efficiency and precision. Festool's commitment to durability and performance sets it apart in a competitive market, earning accolades for its engineering excellence. With a reputation for reliability and a loyal customer base, Festool continues to be a preferred choice among professionals, solidifying its position as a market leader in the power tools sector.
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In 2023, Festool reported total carbon emissions of approximately 144,700 kg CO2e, a slight decrease from about 146,000 kg CO2e in 2022. The emissions breakdown for 2023 includes about 58,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, primarily due to mobile combustion, and approximately 86,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3, mainly attributed to business travel. This reflects a notable reduction in Scope 1 emissions compared to 2022, where they were about 52,000 kg CO2e. Despite these reductions, Festool has not established specific science-based targets (SBTi) or documented reduction initiatives. The emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Tts Tooltechnic Systems Ag & Co. KG, indicating a corporate family relationship that influences its climate commitments. Festool's ongoing commitment to reducing its carbon footprint aligns with broader industry trends, although specific reduction targets or climate pledges have not been disclosed. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, contributing to transparency in its environmental impact.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 25,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 76,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
Festool's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 8% last year and increased by approximately 13% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Business Travel" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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.
Festool 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.