Kennametal
Kennametal Inc., a leading global provider of tooling and industrial materials, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1938, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. Specialising in metalworking solutions, Kennametal offers a diverse range of products and services, including cutting tools, tooling systems, and wear-resistant materials, all designed to enhance productivity and efficiency in manufacturing processes. With a commitment to innovation, Kennametal has achieved significant milestones, such as pioneering advanced materials and coatings that extend tool life and performance. The company is recognised for its market leadership, consistently delivering high-quality solutions that meet the evolving needs of industries such as aerospace, automotive, and energy. Through its dedication to excellence, Kennametal continues to set benchmarks in the tooling industry.
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Kennametal's score of 31 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Kennametal's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Kennametal reported total carbon emissions of approximately 780,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 28,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 134,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 626,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marked an increase in Scope 3 emissions compared to previous years, indicating a growing impact from upstream activities. In 2024, emissions are projected to be similar, with approximately 310,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 128,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 622,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Kennametal has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or any formal climate pledges. However, the company continues to monitor and report its emissions across all scopes, reflecting a commitment to transparency in its climate impact. Overall, Kennametal's emissions data highlights the importance of addressing Scope 3 emissions, which represent the majority of their carbon footprint, as part of their broader climate strategy.
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Add to project| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 27,000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 185,000,000 | 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 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Kennametal 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.
