Knauf
Knauf, officially known as Knauf Gips KG, is a leading global manufacturer in the building materials industry, headquartered in Austria (AT). Founded in 1932, the company has established a strong presence across Europe, Asia, and North America, specialising in innovative solutions for construction and interior design. Knauf's core product offerings include gypsum-based building materials, insulation systems, and dry construction solutions, all renowned for their quality and sustainability. The company is committed to advancing energy efficiency and environmental responsibility, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a reputation for excellence, Knauf has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for innovation and sustainability. As a key player in the construction sector, Knauf continues to shape the future of building materials, ensuring high performance and reliability in every project.
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Knauf's score of 32 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Knauf's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Knauf reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,340,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 657,320,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 60,510,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 620,490,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marked a decrease from 2021, when total emissions were about 1,460,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 661,290,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 163,570,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 632,680,000 kg CO2e. Knauf has not specified any formal reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. However, the company is actively engaged in sustainability efforts, focusing on reducing its carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions. The significant emissions data highlights Knauf's commitment to addressing climate change and improving its environmental performance.
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Add to project| 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 661,290,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 163,570,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 632,680,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Knauf is not committed to any 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.
