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Klockner And Co

Klockner & Co, a leading global steel and metal distributor, is headquartered in Duisburg, Germany. Established in 1906, the company has evolved into a prominent player in the industry, with significant operations across Europe and North America. Klockner & Co focuses on the distribution of steel, stainless steel, and non-ferrous metals, offering a diverse range of products and services tailored to various sectors, including construction, automotive, and engineering. Renowned for its innovative digital solutions, Klockner & Co has successfully integrated technology into its supply chain, enhancing customer experience and operational efficiency. With a strong market position, the company has achieved notable milestones, including a commitment to sustainability and a robust network of over 300 locations worldwide. Klockner & Co continues to set industry standards, making it a trusted partner for businesses seeking high-quality metal products and services.

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77

Industry Average

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Klockner And Co's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Klöckner & Co reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7,824,819,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 38,911,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,141,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 7,784,007,000 kg CO2e. The latter includes major contributions from purchased goods and services (approximately 7,162,652,000 kg CO2e) and upstream transportation and distribution (about 499,412,000 kg CO2e). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, based on a 2019 baseline. Furthermore, they plan to achieve a 90% reduction in these emissions by 2040. For Scope 3 emissions, Klöckner & Co targets a 50% reduction in emissions from fuel and energy-related activities, waste generated in operations, business travel, employee commuting, and downstream transportation and distribution by 2030, and a 30% reduction in emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods, and upstream transportation and distribution within the same timeframe. Long-term, they aim for a 90% reduction in all Scope 3 emissions by 2050. Klöckner & Co is committed to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050, with a clear strategy aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure their targets are consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C.

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Scope 1
54,867,000
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Scope 2
28,590,000
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Scope 3
9,766,312,000
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0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Klockner And Co's primary industry is Rubber and plastic products (25), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. This request for Klockner And Co is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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