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.
DitchCarbon Score
How does John Deere'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.
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John Deere's score of 73 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
John Deere's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, John Deere reported total carbon emissions of approximately 690,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 410,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 280,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by FY2030, using FY2021 as the baseline. Additionally, John Deere targets a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions, which include emissions from purchased goods and services as well as the use of sold products, within the same timeframe. In 2022, the company reported total emissions of about 716,700,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 418,200,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 298,500,000 kg CO2e. The commitment to significant reductions reflects John Deere's alignment with industry standards for climate action, aiming to contribute to global efforts to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C. Overall, John Deere's proactive approach to managing its carbon footprint demonstrates a commitment to sustainability and responsible environmental stewardship in the agricultural machinery sector.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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John Deere 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.
