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Kanthal AB, a leading manufacturer in the heating technology sector, is headquartered in Sweden (SE) and operates globally, with significant presence in Europe, Asia, and North America. Founded in 1931, Kanthal has established itself as a pioneer in the development of high-quality resistance materials and heating elements, catering primarily to the industrial heating and furnace markets.
The company’s core offerings include Kanthal wire, heating elements, and thermocouples, renowned for their durability and efficiency. Kanthal's commitment to innovation has positioned it as a trusted partner for industries such as metal processing, ceramics, and glass manufacturing. With a strong focus on sustainability and energy efficiency, Kanthal continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its status as a market leader in advanced heating solutions.
+54 vs industry average
Kanthal AB’s score of 72 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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No reported emissions data is available for Kanthal AB yet.
Kanthal AB, headquartered in Sweden (SE), currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. However, the company is part of a corporate family that includes Sandvik AB (publ), from which it inherits emissions data and climate commitments.
As a merged entity, Kanthal AB aligns its climate initiatives with those of Sandvik AB, which has set ambitious targets for reducing carbon emissions. While specific reduction targets for Kanthal AB are not detailed, the overarching commitments from Sandvik AB include participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). These initiatives aim to drive significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions across their operations.
Kanthal AB's climate strategy is informed by Sandvik AB's broader sustainability goals, which focus on reducing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. The company is committed to enhancing its environmental performance and contributing to global climate action, although specific metrics and targets for Kanthal AB have not been disclosed.
In summary, while Kanthal AB does not present its own emissions data or specific reduction targets, it is actively engaged in climate commitments through its association with Sandvik AB, which provides a framework for sustainability and emissions reduction.
No climate goals have been disclosed for Kanthal AB yet.
No scope 3 category breakdown has been disclosed yet.


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