Knorr Bremse
Knorr-Bremse AG, a leading global manufacturer in the braking systems sector, is headquartered in Munich, Germany. Established in 1905, the company has evolved into a key player in the rail and commercial vehicle industries, providing innovative solutions that enhance safety and efficiency. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, Knorr-Bremse is renowned for its advanced braking technologies and systems, including electronic braking systems and air supply systems. The company’s commitment to quality and innovation has positioned it as a market leader, achieving significant milestones such as pioneering the first fully automated train control system. Knorr-Bremse's dedication to sustainability and cutting-edge technology continues to set it apart, making it a trusted partner for customers worldwide in the pursuit of safer and more efficient transport solutions.
DitchCarbon Score
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Knorr Bremse's score of 36 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Knorr Bremse's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Knorr-Bremse reported total carbon emissions of approximately 36,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 11,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, with total Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 42,145,000,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a commitment to reducing their carbon footprint significantly. Knorr-Bremse has set ambitious targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 75% by 2030, using 2018 as the base year. Additionally, they aim to cut Scope 3 emissions—specifically from purchased goods and services, upstream transport and distribution, and the use of sold products—by 25% by 2030, with a 2021 base year. These targets align with industry standards for climate action, demonstrating Knorr-Bremse's commitment to sustainability and responsible environmental stewardship within the ground transportation sector.
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Add to project| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 133,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 19,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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