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Knorr-Bremse AG, a leading name in the All Other Transportation Equipment Manufacturing sector, is headquartered in Munich, Germany. Founded in 1905, the company has established itself as a pioneer in braking systems and other essential components for rail and commercial vehicles. With a strong presence across Europe, North America, and Asia, Knorr-Bremse is renowned for its innovative solutions that enhance safety and efficiency in transportation.
The company’s core offerings include advanced braking systems, control systems, and other vital equipment that set industry standards for reliability and performance. Knorr-Bremse's commitment to research and development has positioned it as a market leader, achieving significant milestones such as the introduction of cutting-edge technologies that optimise vehicle operation. With a robust portfolio and a reputation for excellence, Knorr-Bremse continues to shape the future of transportation equipment manufacturing.
+44 vs industry average
Knorr Bremse’s score of 65 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
All Other Transportation Equipment Manufacturing has above-average carbon intensity
The All Other Transportation Equipment Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 31% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Knorr-Bremse, headquartered in Germany and operating in All Other Transportation Equipment Manufacturing, is committed to reducing its carbon emissions.
The most recent available emissions data for Knorr-Bremse shows that in 2024, its Scope 1 emissions were 31,000,000 kg CO2e, and its market-based Scope 2 emissions were 4,000,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for the same year totalled approximately 39,813,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from purchased goods and services (2,028,000,000 kg CO2e) and use of sold products (37,452,000 kg CO2e).
Knorr-Bremse has set ambitious climate targets. The company aims to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes (Scope 1, 2, and 3) by 2050. In the near term, Knorr-Bremse is committed to lowering its direct Scope 1 emissions and indirect market-based Scope 2 emissions by 75% by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. This target reflects an average reduction of 4.2% per annum in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from its global locations and fleet, in line with limiting global warming to no more than 1.5°C. In 2018, the baseline for Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions was 167,490,000 kg CO2e, targeting a reduction to 41,872,000 kg CO2e by 2030.
The emissions data for Knorr-Bremse is inherited from its parent company, Knorr-Bremse AG.
2030
75% reduction in Scope 2
Knorr-Bremse AG commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 75% by 2030 from a 2018 base year. Knorr-Bremse AG also commits to re…
2030
75% reduction in Scope 1
Knorr-Bremse AG commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 75% by 2030 from a 2018 base year. Knorr-Bremse AG also commits to re…
2030
25% reduction in scope 3 total
Knorr-Bremse AG commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 75% by 2030 from a 2018 base year. Knorr-Bremse AG also commits to re…
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