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updated 16 days ago

Linde Material Handling Sustainability Profile

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Linde Material Handling, a leading player in the materials handling industry, is headquartered in Germany (DE) and operates extensively across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Founded in 1904, the company has established itself as a pioneer in innovative forklift and warehouse solutions, consistently pushing the boundaries of technology and efficiency. Specialising in electric and internal combustion forklifts, automated guided vehicles, and warehouse management systems, Linde Material Handling is renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability. The company’s unique approach to ergonomics and safety has set it apart in a competitive market, earning numerous accolades for its advanced engineering. With a strong market position, Linde Material Handling continues to lead the way in providing tailored solutions that enhance productivity and reduce operational costs for businesses worldwide.

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66

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services 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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Linde Material Handling's score of 66 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Linde Material Handling's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Linde Material Handling reported total carbon emissions of approximately 78,911,636 kg CO2e. This figure includes 57,728,410 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources. Scope 2 emissions, representing indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling, amounted to about 5,557,200 kg CO2e. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions, which cover all other indirect emissions in the value chain, were approximately 15,626,026 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2021, total emissions were about 83,175,647 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 61,558,646 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 5,443,837 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 16,173,164 kg CO2e. This indicates a reduction in total emissions of about 4,264,011 kg CO2e from 2021 to 2022. Linde Material Handling's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, KION GROUP AG, reflecting a corporate commitment to sustainability. However, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges disclosed by Linde Material Handling. The company continues to align its practices with industry standards and is part of a broader corporate family focused on reducing carbon footprints across its operations.

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Scope 2
26,154,000
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Scope 3
24,643,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Linde Material Handling's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Linde Material Handling's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Linde Material Handling's Location?

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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. This request for Linde Material Handling is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Linde Material Handling'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.

Linde Material Handling has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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