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Knoll

Knoll, Inc., a leader in the design and manufacture of office furniture and workplace solutions, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1938, Knoll has established itself as a pioneer in modern design, focusing on creating innovative and sustainable environments that enhance productivity and well-being. With a strong presence in North America and Europe, Knoll offers a diverse range of products, including office systems, seating, and textiles, all characterised by their commitment to quality and design excellence. The company is renowned for its collaborations with prominent designers, which have resulted in iconic pieces that blend functionality with aesthetic appeal. Knoll's dedication to sustainability and its position as a key player in the contract furniture market underscore its reputation for excellence and innovation in the industry.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Knoll'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.

15

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Wood Reprocessing 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

Knoll's score of 15 is higher than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

85%

Knoll's reported carbon emissions

As of the latest available data, Knoll's carbon emissions for 2019 included approximately 19,581,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 135,481,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This reflects a continued commitment to monitoring and managing their greenhouse gas emissions, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. In 2018, Knoll reported similar emissions, with Scope 1 emissions at around 20,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 140,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has shown a trend of decreasing emissions intensity relative to revenue, with emissions per unit of revenue reported at 0.27208 for 2019 and 0.28544 for 2018. Despite the absence of formal reduction targets or climate pledges, Knoll's ongoing efforts to track and report emissions indicate a commitment to sustainability within the furniture manufacturing industry. The company continues to engage in practices aimed at reducing its environmental impact, aligning with broader industry standards for climate responsibility.

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2015201620182019
Scope 1
23,898,000
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Scope 2
147,388,000
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000,000,000
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Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Knoll's primary industry is Wood material for treatment, Re-processing of secondary wood material into new wood material, 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. Knoll is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon 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.

Knoll 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.

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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