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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Herman Miller's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Herman Miller reported total carbon emissions of approximately 32343000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 14457000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling about 686383000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, saw Scope 1 emissions at approximately 38462000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 39611000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions reaching around 364457000 kg CO2e. Herman Miller has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% from a 2020 baseline by 2030. Additionally, the company plans to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. For Scope 3 emissions, Herman Miller is targeting a 25% reduction in emissions from purchased goods and services, waste generated in operations, and end-of-life treatment of sold products by 2030. These targets are part of a broader strategy to enhance sustainability and align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which has validated their near-term reduction goals. The company is also committed to increasing its sourcing of renewable electricity from 38.3% in FY2022 to 100% by FY2030. Overall, Herman Miller's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to reducing its carbon footprint and contributing to global climate goals.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 24,807,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 53,430,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 35,570,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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