John Deere
John Deere, officially known as Deere & Company, is a leading player in the agricultural, construction, and forestry equipment industry. Headquartered in Moline, Illinois, USA, the company has a significant operational presence across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1837, John Deere has a rich history marked by innovation, including the introduction of the first steel plow, which revolutionised farming practices. The company is renowned for its core products, including tractors, harvesters, and precision agriculture technologies, which are distinguished by their durability and advanced engineering. John Deere's commitment to sustainability and efficiency has solidified its position as a market leader, consistently ranking among the top manufacturers in the agricultural sector. With a legacy of excellence and a focus on customer satisfaction, John Deere continues to shape the future of farming and construction worldwide.
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John Deere's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, John Deere reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 353,900,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 224,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and significant Scope 3 emissions, including about 76,204,000,000 kg CO2e from the use of sold products and approximately 81,736,000,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services. This reflects a commitment to transparency in emissions reporting across all scopes. John Deere has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. The company aims for a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using fiscal year 2021 as the baseline. Additionally, it has committed to a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and the use of sold products within the same timeframe. These targets are validated by the Science Based Targets initiative, aligning with efforts to limit global warming to 1.5°C. In 2023, John Deere's emissions were recorded at approximately 410,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 280,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, with Scope 3 emissions reaching about 89,120,000,000 kg CO2e from the use of sold products and approximately 97,383,000,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services. This data indicates a proactive approach to managing and reducing carbon footprints across its operations. Overall, John Deere's climate commitments reflect a strategic focus on sustainability and emissions reduction, positioning the company as a responsible leader in the electrical equipment and machinery sector.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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| Scope 1 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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