Kennametal Sustainability Profile
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 reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Kennametal reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,031,000 kg CO2e, comprising 137,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 1,968,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. Over the years, Kennametal has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In 2022, the total emissions were about 3,598,900 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 130,200 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 3,527,900 kg CO2e. This indicates a significant reduction in emissions from 2022 to 2023. Despite these reductions, Kennametal has not set specific science-based targets (SBTi) or documented reduction initiatives. The company’s emissions data is sourced directly from Kennametal Inc. and has not been cascaded from any parent organisation. Kennametal's headquarters is located in the United States, and it continues to focus on improving its sustainability practices while monitoring its emissions closely.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 27,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 185,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Kennametal's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Kennametal has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
