Georg Fischer
Georg Fischer AG, commonly referred to as GF, is a leading global provider of piping systems, machining solutions, and additive manufacturing technologies. Headquartered in Switzerland (CH), the company operates extensively across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, serving diverse industries such as water, gas, and industrial applications. Founded in 1802, Georg Fischer has achieved significant milestones, including pioneering innovations in plastic piping systems. The company’s core offerings include high-quality plastic and metal piping systems, precision machining components, and advanced 3D printing solutions, all distinguished by their reliability and sustainability. With a strong market position, Georg Fischer is recognised for its commitment to innovation and quality, making it a trusted partner in the global manufacturing landscape.
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Georg Fischer's score of 80 is higher than 99% 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 1,596,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 80,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 266,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,382,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 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 ton of processed material by 2030. Over the years, Georg Fischer has demonstrated a commitment to sustainability, with emissions from Scope 2 showing fluctuations, such as 411,000,000 kg CO2e in 2018 and 333,000,000 kg CO2e in 2019. The company’s initiatives align with industry standards for climate action, reflecting a proactive approach to mitigating climate change impacts. As a leader in the electrical equipment and machinery sector, Georg Fischer's efforts contribute to broader environmental goals while maintaining operational efficiency.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| 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 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 583,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 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 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Georg Fischer is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
