Freudenberg Group, a leading global technology company headquartered in Germany, has been at the forefront of innovation since its founding in 1849. With a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and the Americas, Freudenberg operates across various industries, including automotive, medical, and industrial sectors. The company is renowned for its advanced sealing technologies, nonwovens, and specialty lubricants, which are distinguished by their high performance and durability. Freudenberg's commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge research has solidified its position as a market leader, consistently delivering unique solutions that meet the evolving needs of its clients. Notable achievements include significant advancements in material science and a robust portfolio of patents, underscoring Freudenberg's role as an innovator in the global marketplace.
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Freudenberg's score of 27 is higher than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Freudenberg reported total carbon emissions of approximately 605,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 181,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 424,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set an ambitious target to achieve carbon neutrality across all scopes by 2045, reflecting its commitment to long-term sustainability. This goal is part of Freudenberg's broader environmental strategy, which includes a focus on reducing emissions intensity, as indicated by their reported CO2 emissions per million euros of sales, which was about 5.08e-05 in 2023. Freudenberg's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Freudenberg SE, indicating a corporate family relationship that influences its sustainability reporting. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, which typically includes indirect emissions from the supply chain and product use. However, it is actively working towards comprehensive emissions management and reduction initiatives. Overall, Freudenberg's commitment to becoming carbon-neutral by 2045 positions it as a proactive player in the fight against climate change, aligning with industry standards and expectations for corporate responsibility.
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2020 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 198,402,140 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 340,151,260 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 538,553,400 | - |
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Freudenberg 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.