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Fortive Corporation, headquartered in the United States, is a prominent player in the electrical machinery and apparatus sector, specifically within the category of electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. (31). Founded in 2016 as a spin-off from Danaher Corporation, Fortive has rapidly established itself as a leader in providing essential tools and technologies across various industries.
The company operates primarily in North America, Europe, and Asia, focusing on advanced instrumentation, software solutions, and industrial technologies. Fortive's core products include precision measurement instruments, automation solutions, and data analytics software, all designed to enhance operational efficiency and reliability.
With a commitment to innovation, Fortive has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have bolstered its market position. The company is recognised for its unique ability to integrate cutting-edge technology with practical applications, making it a trusted partner for businesses seeking to optimise their operations.
+18 vs industry average
Fortive’s score of 49 is higher than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Electrical Machinery Manufacturing has above-average carbon intensity
The Electrical Machinery Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Fortive, a US-headquartered company in the Electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. industry, reported its carbon emissions for 2025 as approximately 302.5 million kg CO2e. This includes about 5.3 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, approximately 10.0 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and around 287.3 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
Looking at previous years, Fortive's total Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 17.1 million kg CO2e in 2024 and around 18.8 million kg CO2e in 2023. In 2022, these emissions were approximately 20.5 million kg CO2e, and in 2021, they stood at roughly 22.7 million kg CO2e. In 2020, Scope 1 and 2 emissions were about 27.8 million kg CO2e, while in 2019 they were approximately 31.5 million kg CO2e. For 2018, Fortive's Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 62.1 million kg CO2e, and in 2017, they were about 66.1 million kg CO2e.
Fortive has established several climate commitments, aligning with Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) guidance. The company aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50% by 2029 from a 2019 baseline. Furthermore, Fortive has a target to reduce its Scope 1 emissions by 37.4% and Scope 2 emissions by 20.3% from a 2021 baseline by 2030. Fortive also previously set an ambitious goal in May 2021 to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions intensity by 50% by 2025, from 2017 levels, and achieved this intensity reduction target four years early.
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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