Krones Sustainability Profile
Krones AG, headquartered in Germany, is a leading player in the beverage and liquid food industry, renowned for its innovative solutions in packaging and production technology. Founded in 1951, Krones has established itself as a pioneer, consistently advancing its offerings to meet the evolving needs of its global clientele. With a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and the Americas, Krones excels in providing comprehensive systems for bottling, filling, and packaging. Their core products include state-of-the-art machinery and software solutions that enhance efficiency and sustainability in production processes. Krones is distinguished by its commitment to quality and innovation, making it a trusted partner for major brands worldwide. Recognised for its market leadership, Krones has achieved numerous accolades for its technological advancements and sustainable practices, solidifying its position as a frontrunner in the industry.
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Krones's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Krones AG reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 9,831,590,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 20,887,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at approximately 5,564,000 kg CO2e, and a significant Scope 3 contribution of about 9,805,138,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2040, which includes a 90% reduction in absolute emissions from all scopes compared to a 2019 baseline. Krones has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 80% by 2030 and Scope 3 emissions by 30% within the same timeframe. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's commitment to sustainable practices in the electrical equipment and machinery sector. The emissions data is sourced directly from Krones AG, with no cascaded data from parent organizations.
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| 2010 | 2011 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 12,395,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 24,238,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Krones's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Krones's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 45% last year and increased significantly since 2013, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 86% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Krones's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Krones has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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