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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.

DitchCarbon Score

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19

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.

24

Industry Benchmark

Kimball's score of 19 is higher 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 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. The previous year, 2020, saw a Scope 1 emissions intensity of around 5,120 kg CO2e per employee and a Scope 2 emissions intensity of approximately 9.26 metric tons CO2e per unit. In 2019, the Scope 1 emissions intensity was about 4,700 kg CO2e per employee, with a Scope 2 emissions intensity of approximately 9.22 metric tons CO2e per unit. Despite these figures, Kimball has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon emissions. The absence of documented climate pledges or targets suggests that while they are tracking emissions, they may not yet have formalised commitments to reduce their carbon footprint. As a company headquartered in the US, Kimball's emissions data reflects their operational impact on a global scale, highlighting the need for ongoing assessment and potential action in line with industry standards for climate responsibility.

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kimball's primary industry is Furniture; other manufactured goods n.e.c. (36), which is low 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. Kimball is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Kimball 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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