Georg Fischer
Georg Fischer AG, commonly known as GF, is a leading global provider of piping systems, machining solutions, and automotive components, headquartered in Schaffhausen, Switzerland. Founded in 1802, the company has established a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, marking significant milestones in innovation and sustainability throughout its history. GF operates primarily in the industrial manufacturing sector, focusing on three main business areas: GF Piping Systems, GF Casting Solutions, and GF Machining Solutions. Its core products, including advanced piping systems and precision machining technologies, are distinguished by their high quality and innovative design, catering to diverse industries such as water management, automotive, and aerospace. With a commitment to sustainability and technological advancement, Georg Fischer has positioned itself as a market leader, recognised for its contributions to efficient resource management and cutting-edge manufacturing solutions.
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Georg Fischer's score of 54 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Georg Fischer's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Georg Fischer AG reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1.6 million tonnes CO2e, with about 266,000 tonnes from Scope 2 emissions and around 1.4 million tonnes from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 30% by 2026, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, Georg Fischer is targeting a 34.6% reduction in Scope 3 emissions related to purchased goods and services and the use of sold products per tonne of processed material by 2030. Over recent years, Georg Fischer has demonstrated a commitment to sustainability, with a focus on reducing its carbon footprint across all scopes. The company is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that its targets are consistent with the global goal of limiting temperature rise to 1.5°C. These initiatives reflect Georg Fischer's dedication to addressing climate change and promoting environmental responsibility within the industrial sector.
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Add to project2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | 416,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 580,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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