Jost Werke
Jost Werke, a leading name in the manufacturing industry, is headquartered in Germany and operates extensively across Europe and beyond. Founded in 1950, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the production of high-quality components for commercial vehicles, particularly in the areas of coupling systems, fifth wheels, and trailer equipment. With a commitment to innovation, Jost Werke has developed unique products that enhance safety and efficiency in transportation. The company is recognised for its robust market position, consistently delivering reliable solutions that meet the evolving needs of the logistics sector. Notable achievements include numerous industry awards and a reputation for excellence that spans over seven decades.
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Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Motor Vehicle Manufacturing 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.
Industry Benchmark
Jost Werke's score of 35 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Jost Werke's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Jost Werke reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 27,328,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and Scope 2 sources, alongside significant Scope 3 emissions of about 150,000,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their carbon footprint, with a focus on reducing emissions across all scopes. Jost Werke has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 42% for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2030, using 2022 as the baseline year. This target has been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aligning with the global goal to limit warming to 1.5°C. The company also aims to measure and reduce its Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect emissions from the supply chain and product use. Over the years, Jost Werke has demonstrated a commitment to sustainability, with emissions from Scope 1 and 2 recorded at approximately 35,952,000 kg CO2e in 2020 and 35,453,200 kg CO2e in 2021, indicating a focus on reducing operational emissions. The company continues to work towards enhancing its environmental performance and contributing to climate action within the automotive components sector.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Jost Werke 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.
