Forbo Holding AG Sustainability Profile
Forbo Holding AG, a leading global player in the flooring and adhesive industries, is headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1928, the company has established a strong presence across Europe, North America, and Asia, focusing on sustainable and innovative solutions. Forbo is renowned for its high-quality products, including resilient floor coverings, carpet tiles, and adhesives, which are designed to meet the diverse needs of commercial and residential spaces. The company’s commitment to sustainability and design excellence sets it apart in a competitive market. With a rich history of innovation, Forbo has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its position as a trusted brand in the industry. Its dedication to quality and environmental responsibility has earned it numerous accolades, making Forbo a preferred choice for architects, designers, and contractors worldwide.
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Forbo Holding AG's score of 43 is higher 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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Forbo Holding AG's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Forbo Holding AG reported total carbon emissions of approximately 22,420,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 19,882,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, with Scope 3 emissions reaching about 117,096,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 1 emissions breakdown includes 572,000 kg CO2e from mobile combustion, 1,772,000 kg CO2e from process emissions, and 78,000 kg CO2e from fugitive emissions. For Scope 2, the market-based emissions totalled 19,882,000 kg CO2e. Forbo has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net-zero CO2 emissions across its entire value chain (Scopes 1, 2, and 3) by 2050. Additionally, the company targets a 43% reduction in its Scope 1 and market-based Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2023 as the baseline year. These initiatives reflect Forbo's commitment to sustainability and its proactive approach to reducing its carbon footprint.
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| 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,092,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 17,797,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 116,886,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Forbo Holding AG's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Forbo Holding AG's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 0% last year and increased by approximately 0% since 2023, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products" being the primary emissions source at 8% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Forbo Holding AG'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.
Forbo Holding AG 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.
