Herman Miller
Herman Miller, Inc., a renowned name in the furniture industry, is headquartered in Zeeland, Michigan, USA. Founded in 1905, the company has established itself as a leader in innovative design and ergonomic solutions, primarily focusing on office furniture, seating, and workspace environments. With a commitment to sustainability and quality craftsmanship, Herman Miller is celebrated for iconic products such as the Aeron chair and the Eames Lounge Chair, which blend functionality with aesthetic appeal. Over the years, Herman Miller has achieved significant milestones, including its merger with Knoll in 2021, further solidifying its market position. The company operates extensively across North America and Europe, catering to a diverse clientele that values design excellence and environmental responsibility. With a legacy of design innovation, Herman Miller continues to shape the future of workspaces, making it a pivotal player in the global furniture market.
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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 9 is higher than 62% 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. This figure 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 breakdown reveals substantial contributions from purchased goods and services (about 495,499,000 kg CO2e) and downstream transportation and distribution (approximately 75,161,000 kg CO2e). In comparison, the previous year, 2021, saw total emissions of about 759,299,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 32,275,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) at around 54,068,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 645,759,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a reduction in total emissions from 2021 to 2022. Herman Miller has committed to near-term carbon reduction targets, although specific numerical targets have not been disclosed. The company is not currently committed to a net-zero target. Their emissions intensity, measured in relation to revenue, was reported at 0.18 kg CO2e per USD in 2022, reflecting their ongoing efforts to improve sustainability within the consumer durables sector.
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Add to project| 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.
