InSinkErator, Inc., a subsidiary of Emerson Electric Co., is a leading manufacturer in the food waste disposal and instant hot water systems industry. Headquartered in the United States, the company has established a strong presence across North America and beyond since its founding in 1938. Renowned for its innovative products, InSinkErator offers a range of garbage disposals and hot water dispensers that stand out for their efficiency and durability. With a commitment to sustainability, InSinkErator has pioneered advancements in waste management technology, positioning itself as a market leader. The company’s notable achievements include being the first to introduce the household garbage disposal unit, which revolutionised kitchen waste disposal. Today, InSinkErator continues to set industry standards, making it a trusted choice for both residential and commercial applications.
How does InSinkErator, Inc.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Mean score of companies in the Food Waste Incineration 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.
InSinkErator, Inc.'s score of 50 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
InSinkErator, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as no emissions figures are available. The company is a current subsidiary of Whirlpool Corporation, which influences its climate commitments and reporting practices. InSinkErator's climate initiatives and reduction targets are cascaded from Whirlpool Corporation. This includes adherence to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and participation in the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), both of which are managed at the parent company level. However, specific reduction targets or achievements for InSinkErator itself have not been disclosed. As part of Whirlpool Corporation's broader sustainability strategy, InSinkErator is expected to align with industry standards for climate action, although detailed metrics and specific commitments at the subsidiary level remain unspecified. The absence of direct emissions data highlights the need for enhanced transparency in reporting and commitment to climate action within the organisation.
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| 2005 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 241,226,000 | 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 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 591,405,000 | 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 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 155,500,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
InSinkErator, Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 2% last year and decreased by approximately 69% since 2005, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
InSinkErator, Inc. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.