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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

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.

18

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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, primarily from purchased goods and services, which accounted for about 7,162,652,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net-zero emissions across all directly controllable scopes (Scope 1, Scope 2, and directly influenceable Scope 3) by 2040. Additionally, Klöckner & Co plans to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. For Scope 3 emissions, the company targets a 50% reduction from fuel and energy-related activities, waste generated in operations, business travel, employee commuting, and downstream transportation and distribution by 2030, alongside a 30% reduction for purchased goods and services. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2040 and a similar 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from specific categories by 2040, with a further commitment to achieve net-zero emissions from all sources by 2050. These targets align with industry standards and reflect Klöckner & Co's commitment to addressing climate change effectively.

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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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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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