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Generac Holdings Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Generac Holdings Inc., a leading provider of energy solutions, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America and beyond. Founded in 1959, the company has established itself as a key player in the power generation industry, specialising in backup power systems, portable generators, and renewable energy solutions. Generac's innovative products, such as its home standby generators, are designed to provide reliable power during outages, setting them apart with advanced technology and user-friendly features. The company has achieved significant milestones, including expanding its product line to include solar energy solutions, positioning itself as a comprehensive energy management provider. With a strong market presence and a commitment to quality, Generac Holdings Inc. continues to lead the way in the energy sector, ensuring that homes and businesses remain powered and protected.

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26

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Motor Vehicle 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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Generac Holdings Inc.'s score of 26 is lower than 53% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Generac Holdings Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Generac Holdings Inc., headquartered in the US, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 30,367,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 26,707,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of around 57,075,000 kg CO2e. This marks a reduction from 2023, where emissions were approximately 34,280,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 26,534,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, leading to a total of around 60,814,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, the company recorded emissions of about 35,719,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and approximately 27,414,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, totalling around 63,133,000 kg CO2e. Generac has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, nor have they set specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company’s emissions intensity per sales has shown a decrease, with Scope 1 intensity reported at 0.00707 kg CO2e per USD in 2024, down from 0.00852 kg CO2e per USD in 2023 and 0.00782 kg CO2e per USD in 2022. While Generac has not established formal climate pledges or reduction targets, their ongoing emissions reporting reflects a commitment to transparency in their climate impact.

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27,414,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Generac Holdings Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Generac Holdings Inc.'s primary industry is Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Generac Holdings Inc.'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 Generac Holdings Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Generac Holdings Inc.'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.

Generac Holdings Inc. 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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