Johnson Controls
Johnson Controls International plc, commonly known as Johnson Controls, is a leading global company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1885, the firm has established itself as a key player in the building technology and energy solutions industry, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Specialising in smart building solutions, HVAC systems, and energy management, Johnson Controls is renowned for its innovative approach to sustainability and efficiency. The company’s core products, including advanced building automation systems and integrated security solutions, set it apart in a competitive market. With a strong commitment to enhancing building performance and reducing environmental impact, Johnson Controls has achieved notable milestones, including numerous awards for innovation and sustainability. Its market position is reinforced by a robust portfolio and a dedication to creating safer, smarter, and more sustainable environments.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Johnson Controls'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Johnson Controls's score of 57 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Johnson Controls's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Johnson Controls International plc reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 181,177,107,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 303,853,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 405,288,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 180,571,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, committing to a 55% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2017 as the base year. Additionally, Johnson Controls aims to achieve a 16% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by the same year. The company's emissions data reflects a decrease from 2022, where total emissions were approximately 230,914,439,000 kg CO2e. This reduction indicates a positive trend towards meeting their climate commitments. Johnson Controls is a signatory of the Amazon Climate Pledge and aligns its targets with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that its goals are consistent with the global aim to limit warming to 1.5°C. Overall, Johnson Controls is actively working to enhance its sustainability practices and reduce its environmental impact through these comprehensive commitments.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 327,023,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 396,612,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 249,066,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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Johnson Controls 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.
