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Electrical Machinery Manufacturing
US
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Fortive Sustainability Profile

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Fortive Corporation, headquartered in the United States, is a leading provider of industrial technology solutions. Founded in 2016 as a spin-off from Danaher Corporation, Fortive has quickly established itself in the market, focusing on sectors such as instrumentation, automation, and software. With a diverse portfolio that includes core products like electronic test tools, sensing technologies, and software solutions, Fortive stands out for its commitment to innovation and quality. The company operates globally, with significant presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, catering to a wide range of industries including healthcare, manufacturing, and telecommunications. Recognised for its strong market position, Fortive has achieved notable milestones, including consistent revenue growth and strategic acquisitions that enhance its technological capabilities. This positions Fortive as a key player in the industrial technology landscape, dedicated to delivering exceptional value to its customers.

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73

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electrical Machinery Manufacturing 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.

32

Industry Benchmark

Fortive's score of 73 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

83%

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Fortive's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Fortive reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 13769000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 33485000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, with a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, amounting to approximately 495595000 kg CO2e. This data reflects Fortive's commitment to transparency in its environmental impact. Fortive has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2029, based on 2019 levels. This goal aligns with the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) and the Paris Agreement, demonstrating Fortive's commitment to sustainable practices. Additionally, the company aims to achieve a 50% reduction in emissions intensity by 2025 from 2017 levels. The company is actively tracking its progress towards these targets, with a focus on reducing emissions across at least 95% of its real estate footprint. Fortive's initiatives reflect a proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its overall environmental impact.

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20172018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
14,068,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
51,998,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Fortive's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Fortive's primary industry is Electrical Machinery Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Fortive's Location?

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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 Fortive is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Fortive's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Fortive's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 17% last year and decreased by approximately 25% since 2022, 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 "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 32% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
32%
Use of Sold Products
26%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
15%
Capital Goods
15%
Business Travel
4%
Employee Commuting
4%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
2%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Investments
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%

Fortive'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.

Fortive 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.

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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