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Germany

Germany, officially known as the Federal Republic of Germany, is a leading player in the global market, renowned for its robust economy and innovative industries. Headquartered in Berlin, the country boasts significant operational regions including Bavaria, North Rhine-Westphalia, and Baden-Württemberg. Established in 1949, Germany has achieved numerous milestones, solidifying its position as a powerhouse in sectors such as automotive, engineering, and technology. The nation is celebrated for its high-quality products and services, particularly in automotive manufacturing, machinery, and renewable energy solutions. Germany's commitment to precision engineering and sustainability sets it apart in the global marketplace. With a strong emphasis on research and development, Germany consistently ranks among the top countries for innovation, making it a vital hub for businesses and investors alike.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Germany's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Public Administration 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Germany's score of 0 is lower than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Germany's reported carbon emissions

In 2021, Germany's carbon emissions were significant, with total emissions amounting to approximately 576,000,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 184,000,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 245,000,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions, primarily from purchased goods and services, totalling approximately 147,000,000,000 kg CO2e. Despite the substantial emissions, there are currently no specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed by Germany. The absence of documented reduction commitments suggests a need for further clarity on their climate strategy and future commitments. As Germany continues to navigate its climate responsibilities, the focus remains on addressing these emissions and establishing concrete reduction goals to align with global climate objectives.

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2021
Scope 1
184,000,000,000
Scope 2
245,000,000,000
Scope 3
147,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Germany's primary industry is Public administration and defence services; compulsory social security services (75), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Germany is headquartered in DE, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Germany is not committed to any 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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