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Kirchhoff Automotive
Motor Vehicle ManufacturingGermany
Last verified 12 days agokirchhoff-automotive.com
Kirchhoff Automotive, a prominent player in the motor vehicles, trailers, and semi-trailers industry, is headquartered in Germany (DE) and operates extensively across Europe and beyond. Founded in 1785, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in automotive innovation and manufacturing excellence.
Specialising in the production of high-quality components and systems for the automotive sector, Kirchhoff Automotive is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and advanced engineering solutions. Their core offerings include lightweight structures, complex assemblies, and innovative manufacturing processes that set them apart in a competitive market.
With a strong market position, Kirchhoff Automotive has garnered recognition for its technological advancements and customer-centric approach, making it a trusted partner for leading automotive manufacturers worldwide.
13
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-19 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
High
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.388
20182025
The Motor Vehicle Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 35% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2024
Reported emissions
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Scope 3
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Kirchhoff Automotive's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Kirchhoff Automotive's total disclosed emissions were approximately 78.0 million kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of about 22.8 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 55.2 million kg CO2e. There is no publicly available Scope 3 emissions data for 2021.
KIRCHHOFF Automotive GmbH, whose targets are cascaded to Kirchhoff Automotive, has set Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved near-term reduction targets. They are committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2022 base year. Additionally, they aim to increase active annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 46% in 2022 to 100% by 2030. KIRCHHOFF Automotive GmbH also commits to reducing absolute Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions by 25% by 2030 from a 2022 base year.
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Kirchhoff Automotive’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
50% reduction in Scope 2
KIRCHHOFF Automotive GmbH commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 50% by 2030 from 2022 base year. KIRCHHOFF Automotive GmbH…
Insufficient data50%
2030
50% reduction in Scope 1
KIRCHHOFF Automotive GmbH commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 50% by 2030 from 2022 base year. KIRCHHOFF Automotive GmbH…
Insufficient data50%
2030
25% reduction in scope 3 total
KIRCHHOFF Automotive GmbH commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 50% by 2030 from 2022 base year. KIRCHHOFF Automotive GmbH…
Insufficient data25%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Active
Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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