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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Fuchs's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Fuchs reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,300,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1 (about 34,087,000 kg CO2e), Scope 2 (approximately 9,405,000 kg CO2e), and a substantial Scope 3 total of about 2,292,709,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions were primarily driven by purchased goods and services, accounting for about 1,977,939,000 kg CO2e. Fuchs has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for CO2 neutrality by 2025 across Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, which encompasses the entire production process from 'cradle-to-gate'. Additionally, the company has pledged 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 targets reflect Fuchs's commitment to addressing its carbon footprint and contributing to global climate goals. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all figures are reported directly by Fuchs SE.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 43,099,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 35,277,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 62,023,000 | 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.
