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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.

DitchCarbon Score

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60

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Rubber and Plastic Products 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.

13

Industry Benchmark

Klockner And Co's score of 60 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Klockner And Co's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Klöckner & Co reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,358,919,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 41,304 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 2,000,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and approximately 7,165,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050, using 2019 as the base year. For near-term targets, Klöckner & Co has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50% by 2030. Additionally, it aims to cut Scope 3 emissions from fuel and energy-related activities, waste generated in operations, business travel, employee commuting, and downstream transportation and distribution by 50% within the same timeframe. For purchased goods and services, capital goods, and upstream transportation and distribution, the target is a 30% reduction by 2030. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2040 and a similar 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from the aforementioned categories by 2040. Furthermore, the company aims for a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods, and upstream transportation and distribution by 2050. These commitments align with industry standards and reflect Klöckner & Co's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.

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2019202220232024
Scope 1
54,867
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00,000
Scope 2
28,590
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0,000
0,000
Scope 3
9,432,717,928
0,000,000,000,000,000
0,000,000,000,000,000
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 medium 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. Klockner And Co is headquartered in DE, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Klockner And Co is committed to some 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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