Illinois Tool Works
Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW) is a global leader in the manufacturing sector, headquartered in Glenview, Illinois, USA. Founded in 1912, ITW has established a strong presence across various operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. The company operates within the industrial manufacturing industry, focusing on diverse business areas such as automotive, construction, and food equipment. ITW is renowned for its innovative core products and services, which include advanced fastening systems, packaging solutions, and specialty adhesives. What sets ITW apart is its commitment to innovation and efficiency, driven by a unique business model that emphasises decentralised management. With a robust market position, ITW has consistently achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its sustainable practices and strong financial performance, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the global manufacturing landscape.
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Illinois Tool Works's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Illinois Tool Works (ITW) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 509,517,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 128,092,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 381,425,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or any other climate pledges. ITW's emissions intensity, which reflects the company's operational efficiency in relation to its revenue, has shown a trend of improvement over the years. For instance, in 2022, the emissions intensity was reported at about 2.7e-05 metric tons CO2e per USD million in revenue. Despite the lack of formal reduction targets, ITW continues to monitor and report its emissions, indicating a commitment to transparency in its environmental impact. The company operates globally, with its headquarters located in the United States, and is actively engaged in assessing its carbon footprint across various scopes of emissions.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 112,647,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 475,154,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Illinois Tool Works is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
