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Freudenberg Sustainability Profile

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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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37

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other Services 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.

27

Industry Benchmark

Freudenberg's score of 37 is higher than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Freudenberg's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Freudenberg reported total emissions of approximately 568 million kg CO2e, comprising 179 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 389 million kg CO2e from Scope 2. In 2023, the company recorded total emissions of about 605 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 181 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 424 million kg CO2e. The total emissions for 2022 were approximately 649 million kg CO2e, while in 2021, they reached about 828 million kg CO2e, and in 2020, approximately 770 million kg CO2e. Freudenberg has set a long-term commitment to achieve carbon neutrality by 2045, as outlined in their environmental goals. This target encompasses all scopes of emissions, reflecting the company's dedication to reducing its carbon footprint. The emissions data is cascaded from their parent company, Freudenberg SE, indicating a structured approach to sustainability within the corporate family. Overall, Freudenberg's emissions strategy and climate commitments demonstrate a proactive stance towards addressing climate change and enhancing environmental responsibility.

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How Carbon Intensive is Freudenberg's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Freudenberg's primary industry is Other Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Freudenberg'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 Freudenberg is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Freudenberg'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.

Freudenberg 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
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