Kimball
Kimball International, Inc., commonly referred to as Kimball, is a leading manufacturer in the furniture industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1950, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions across North America and beyond, specialising in commercial furniture solutions. With a focus on design, craftsmanship, and sustainability, Kimball offers a diverse range of products, including office furniture, seating, and collaborative workspaces. Their commitment to innovation and quality has positioned them as a trusted partner for businesses seeking functional and aesthetically pleasing environments. Notable achievements include recognition for their sustainable practices and contributions to the design community, solidifying Kimball's reputation as a market leader in creating spaces that enhance productivity and well-being.
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Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Furniture 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.
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Kimball's score of 29 is lower than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Kimball's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Kimball International, Inc. reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of approximately 5,480 kg CO2e per employee and a Scope 2 emissions intensity of about 9.72 metric tons CO2e per unit produced. This data reflects their commitment to tracking and managing carbon emissions, although specific total emissions figures for the year were not disclosed. The company has shown a trend in emissions intensity over the previous years, with a Scope 1 emissions intensity of about 5,120 kg CO2e per employee in 2020 and approximately 4,700 kg CO2e per employee in 2019. Similarly, the Scope 2 emissions intensity was about 9.26 metric tons CO2e per unit in 2020 and around 9.22 metric tons CO2e per unit in 2019. Despite these figures, Kimball International has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction initiatives or SBTi targets. The emissions data is cascaded from their parent company, HNI Corporation, which influences their climate strategy and reporting. Overall, while Kimball International is actively monitoring its emissions, further commitments and reduction targets would enhance its climate action profile.
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Kimball is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
