Fuchs Sustainability Profile
Fuchs Petrolub SE, commonly known as Fuchs, is a leading global manufacturer of lubricants headquartered in Mannheim, Germany. Established in 1931, the company has grown to become a prominent player in the lubricants industry, with a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Fuchs specialises in high-performance lubricants and related services, catering to various sectors including automotive, industrial, and food processing. Renowned for its innovative products, Fuchs offers a diverse range of lubricants that stand out for their quality and performance. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the development of environmentally friendly lubricants and advanced synthetic oils. With a commitment to sustainability and technological advancement, Fuchs maintains a strong market position, recognised for its expertise and reliability in lubrication solutions.
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Industry Benchmark
Fuchs's score of 50 is higher than 70% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Fuchs's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Fuchs reported total carbon emissions of approximately 115,813,000 kg CO2e, comprising 38,945,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 22,243,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 54,626,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The following year, 2024, emissions data revealed a total of approximately 2,300,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 34,087,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 9,405,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 at 2,292,709,000 kg CO2e. Fuchs has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for CO2 neutrality by 2025 across its operations, described as "cradle-to-gate." This target encompasses both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, the company plans to reduce its CO2 emissions by at least 42% for Scope 1 and 2, and by at least 25% for Scope 3 by 2030. These initiatives reflect Fuchs's commitment to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint in alignment with industry standards. The emissions data is sourced directly from Fuchs SE, with no cascaded data from parent or related organizations.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 40,272,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 25,172,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 58,448,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Fuchs's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Fuchs's Scope 3 emissions, which increased significantly last year and increased significantly since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 86% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Fuchs'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.
Fuchs 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.
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