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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In 2024, Georg Fischer AG reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,697,000,000 kg CO2e. This includes 75,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 114,000,000 kg CO2e from market-based Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 1,508,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its emissions, committing to a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2026, relative to a 2019 baseline. This target aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflects a commitment to sustainable practices within the electrical equipment and machinery sector. In 2023, Georg Fischer's total emissions were approximately 1,596,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 80,000,000 kg CO2e and market-based Scope 2 emissions at 134,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has also committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and the use of sold products by 34.6% per ton of processed material by 2030, again using 2019 as the baseline. Georg Fischer's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that the reported figures are solely from its own operations. The company has also announced its ambition to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, further demonstrating its commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.
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Scope 1 | 250,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | - | 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 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 8,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 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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