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Flender

Flender, officially known as Flender GmbH, is a leading provider of mechanical drive systems, headquartered in Düsseldorf, Germany. Established in 1899, the company has evolved significantly, becoming a key player in the industrial sector, particularly in the fields of gear technology and drive solutions. Flender operates across various regions, including Europe, Asia, and North America, offering a diverse range of products such as gear units, couplings, and service solutions. What sets Flender apart is its commitment to innovation and sustainability, ensuring high efficiency and reliability in its offerings. With a strong market position, Flender has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in digitalisation and automation within the industry. The company continues to be recognised for its expertise and quality, making it a trusted partner for businesses seeking robust drive solutions.

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52

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Machinery and Equipment 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.

19

Industry Benchmark

Flender's score of 52 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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Flender's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Flender reported total carbon emissions of approximately 908,033,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 13,831,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 1,942,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity and heat. The majority of their emissions, about 892,259,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which includes emissions from the entire value chain, such as purchased goods and services. Comparatively, in 2023, Flender's total emissions were about 982,866,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction in emissions year-on-year. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for CO2 neutrality by 2030. This target focuses on reducing both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, demonstrating a proactive approach to mitigating their environmental impact. Flender's commitment to sustainability is further evidenced by their ongoing initiatives to track and reduce emissions across all scopes, with a particular emphasis on achieving significant reductions in the near term. The company is on track to meet its reduction goals, reflecting a strong dedication to addressing climate change and enhancing their sustainability practices.

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11,071,000
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Scope 2
13,278,000
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Scope 3
908,000,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Flender's primary industry is Machinery and equipment n.e.c. (29), 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. This request for Flender is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Flender 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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