Herman Miller
Herman Miller, Inc., a renowned leader in the furniture industry, is headquartered in Zeeland, Michigan, USA. Founded in 1905, the company has established itself as a pioneer in modern design, particularly in office and home furnishings. With a strong focus on ergonomic solutions, Herman Miller is celebrated for its innovative products, including the iconic Aeron chair and the Eames Lounge Chair, which blend functionality with aesthetic appeal. Operating primarily in North America and expanding globally, Herman Miller has achieved significant milestones, including its merger with Knoll in 2021, further solidifying its market position. The company is committed to sustainability and quality, making it a preferred choice for both commercial and residential spaces. With a legacy of design excellence, Herman Miller continues to shape the future of work and living environments.
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Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Furniture 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.
Industry Benchmark
Herman Miller's score of 29 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Herman Miller's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Herman Miller reported total carbon emissions of approximately 717,122,000 kg CO2e, a slight decrease from about 759,299,000 kg CO2e in 2021. The emissions breakdown for 2022 includes Scope 1 emissions of about 34,753,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of approximately 36,610,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 672,956,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions are primarily driven by purchased goods and services, which accounted for about 495,499,000 kg CO2e. Herman Miller has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by FY2030, using FY2022 as the baseline. Additionally, the company plans to increase its sourcing of renewable electricity from 38.3% in FY2022 to 100% by FY2030. For Scope 3 emissions, the target is a 25% reduction in emissions from purchased goods and services, waste generated in operations, and end-of-life treatment of sold products within the same timeframe. These commitments align with industry standards for climate action, reflecting Herman Miller's dedication to sustainability and reducing its overall carbon footprint.
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| 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 32,275,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 54,068,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 645,759,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Herman Miller 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.
