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ifm electronic gmbh, commonly known as ifm, is a premier global specialist in industrial automation, headquartered in Essen, Germany. Established in 1969, ifm has consistently pioneered innovative solutions, ranging from advanced sensor technology to integrated control systems, serving diverse industries worldwide.
Operating within the electrical machinery and apparatus sector, ifm provides robust and reliable products essential for modern manufacturing. Their comprehensive portfolio includes cutting-edge proximity, photoelectric, flow, level, pressure, and temperature sensors, alongside sophisticated industrial imaging, identification systems, and condition monitoring solutions for Industry 4.0 applications. ifm's commitment to delivering high-performance automation components solidifies its position as a trusted partner for smart factories globally.
-10 vs industry average
ifm electronic gmbh’s score of 21 is lower than 39% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Electrical Machinery Manufacturing has above-average carbon intensity
The Electrical Machinery Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
ifm electronic gmbh, a German-headquartered company in the Electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. industry, reported its 2024 emissions. The company's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 6,645,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were around 189,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were approximately 299,269,000 kg CO2e. Key categories contributing to Scope 3 include upstream transportation and distribution at 25,259,000 kg CO2e, employee commute at 12,420,000 kg CO2e, business travel at 1,753,000 kg CO2e, end-of-life treatment of sold products at 4,197,000 kg CO2e, and fuel and energy-related activities at 2,730,000 kg CO2e.
In 2023, ifm electronic gmbh's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 7,773,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were around 221,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 business travel emissions were 1,604,000 kg CO2e. For 2022, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 13,008,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were around 243,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 business travel emissions were 918,000 kg CO2e.
ifm electronic gmbh has not publicly disclosed specific, quantifiable reduction targets or commitments such as Science Based Targets (SBTi) or participation in The Climate Pledge. The company's emissions data for all reported years are directly from ifm electronic gmbh itself.
No climate goals have been disclosed for ifm electronic gmbh yet.
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