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Lindstrom Sustainability Profile

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Lindstrom Group, commonly referred to as Lindstrom, is a leading provider of textile services headquartered in Finland (FI). Established in 1848, the company has grown to become a prominent player in the textile rental industry, with a strong presence across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Specialising in workwear, hygiene products, and promotional textiles, Lindstrom is renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability. Their innovative solutions, such as customised workwear and efficient laundry services, set them apart in a competitive market. With a rich history marked by significant milestones, Lindstrom has consistently maintained a strong market position, recognised for its exceptional service and customer satisfaction. The company’s dedication to enhancing workplace safety and comfort has solidified its reputation as a trusted partner in various industries.

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87

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Machinery Rental 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.

33

Industry Benchmark

Lindstrom's score of 87 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

93%

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Lindstrom's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Lindström Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 162,202,000 kg CO2e, a decrease from about 174,616,000 kg CO2e in 2023. The emissions breakdown includes 34,473,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 12,064,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 115,665,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Notably, the company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, committing to a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, and a 90% reduction by 2050, both from a 2021 baseline. Additionally, Lindström aims to cut its absolute Scope 3 emissions by 50% by 2030 and 90% by 2050. Lindström Group has also pledged to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's commitment to sustainable practices within the textiles, apparel, footwear, and luxury goods sector. The emissions data and reduction targets are sourced from Lindström Oy, the parent company, ensuring a comprehensive approach to climate accountability.

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Scope 1
16,856,000
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Scope 2
17,318,000
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Scope 3
15,320,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Lindstrom's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Lindstrom's primary industry is Machinery Rental, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Lindstrom'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 Lindstrom is in FI, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Lindstrom's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Lindstrom's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 9% last year and increased by approximately 655% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 71% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 43% of Scope 3 emissions.

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2024
Purchased Goods and Services
43%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
20%
Capital Goods
12%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
9%
Employee Commuting
6%
Business Travel
5%
Waste Generated in Operations
3%
Upstream Leased Assets
2%

Lindstrom'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.

Lindstrom 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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