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Kardex

Kardex AG, headquartered in Switzerland (CH), is a leading provider of automated storage and retrieval solutions, specialising in optimising warehouse and inventory management. Founded in 1898, the company has established a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, continually innovating within the logistics and automation industry. Kardex offers a range of core products, including vertical lift modules and automated storage systems, designed to enhance efficiency and maximise space utilisation. Their unique approach combines advanced technology with user-friendly interfaces, setting them apart in a competitive market. With a commitment to sustainability and operational excellence, Kardex has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its position as a trusted partner for businesses seeking to streamline their supply chain processes.

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18

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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Kardex's score of 18 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Kardex's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Kardex reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,858,900 kg CO2e. This figure includes 3,410,100 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 448,800 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to purchased electricity and heat. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions accounted for about 863,960 kg CO2e, covering indirect emissions from the value chain. In 2022, Kardex's total emissions were approximately 5,116,800 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 2,875,800 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 2,241,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were about 624,890 kg CO2e. Comparing the data, Kardex has made progress in reducing its total emissions from 2022 to 2023, indicating a commitment to improving its carbon footprint. However, there are no specific reduction targets or climate pledges disclosed in the available information. Overall, Kardex's emissions data reflects its ongoing efforts to address climate change, although further details on reduction initiatives would provide a clearer picture of its long-term climate commitments.

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Scope 1
3,100,100
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
2,331,500
0,000,000
000,000
Scope 3
-
000,000
000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kardex's primary industry is Motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers (34), which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Kardex is headquartered in CH, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Kardex is not committed to any 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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