Kitron
Kitron ASA, headquartered in Norway, is a leading provider in the electronics manufacturing services (EMS) industry. Founded in 1960, the company has established a strong presence across Europe, Asia, and North America, specialising in high-quality electronic components and systems for various sectors, including telecommunications, defence, and medical technology. Kitron's core offerings encompass design, manufacturing, and assembly of electronic products, distinguished by their commitment to innovation and sustainability. The company has achieved significant milestones, including certifications for quality and environmental management, reinforcing its market position as a trusted partner for clients seeking reliable and efficient solutions. With a focus on advanced technology and customer-centric services, Kitron continues to excel in delivering tailored electronic solutions that meet the evolving demands of the global market.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Kitron's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Electricity from Other Sources 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.
Industry Benchmark
Kitron's score of 28 is higher than 70% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Let us know if this data was useful to you
Kitron's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Kitron reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,626,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 926,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 2,259,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data for this year. In 2022, Kitron's total emissions were around 5,094,000 kg CO2e, indicating a significant reduction in emissions over the year. The breakdown for 2022 included approximately 835,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 3,840,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, alongside 441,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. Kitron's emissions for 2021 totalled about 2,754,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 663,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 2,091,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 419,000 kg CO2e. Despite these reductions, Kitron has not set specific reduction targets or disclosed any climate pledges. The company continues to focus on improving its carbon efficiency, which was reported at approximately 0.0047 tCO2 per revenue MNOK in 2023. Overall, Kitron's commitment to reducing carbon emissions is evident through its decreasing emissions trend, although further transparency regarding specific reduction initiatives and targets would enhance its climate commitment profile.
Unlock detailed emissions data
Access structured emissions data, company-specific emission factors, and source documents
| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 305,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,559,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | - |
Industry emissions intensity
Location emissions 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.
Kitron 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.
