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.
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Knorr Bremse's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Knorr-Bremse reported total carbon emissions of approximately 42,145,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 36,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 11,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2, market-based), and a significant 42,145,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 50% reduction in absolute CO2 emissions from its global locations and fleet (Scope 1 and 2) by 2030, compared to 2018 levels. This translates to an annual reduction of about 4.2%. Additionally, Knorr-Bremse has committed to a more aggressive target of reducing Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 75% by 2030, aiming for a total of 41,872 tonnes CO2e. The baseline for this target is set at 167,490 tonnes CO2e as of 2018. Furthermore, the company has pledged to achieve net zero emissions across all scopes (1, 2, and 3) by 2050, aligning with global climate science to limit warming to no more than 1.5 °C. These commitments reflect Knorr-Bremse's proactive approach to sustainability and its dedication to reducing its environmental impact in the transportation and logistics sectors.
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| 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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Knorr Bremse is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
