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.
+36 vs industry average
Herman Miller’s score of 62 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Furniture Manufacturing has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Furniture Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 35% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
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Herman Miller's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Herman Miller reported total carbon emissions of approximately 360,310,000 kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of about 36,031,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 47,189,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions, including 303,827,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 50% from a 2020 baseline by 2030. Additionally, Herman Miller is committed to reducing its absolute Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, waste generated in operations, and end-of-life treatment of sold products by 25% within the same timeframe. Herman Miller's long-term goal includes achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, with a focus on increasing the sourcing of renewable electricity from 38.3% in FY2022 to 100% by FY2030. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's commitment to sustainable practices and reducing its carbon footprint across all scopes.
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Herman Miller’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2050
MillerKnoll is committed to achieving net-zero by 2050 and w…
MillerKnoll is committed to achieving net-zero by 2050 and will continue to engage with stakeholders across our value chain to support them…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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