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Machinery and Equipment
DE
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Linotype-Hell AG Sustainability Profile

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Linotype-Hell AG, a prominent player in the typesetting and printing industry, is headquartered in Germany (DE). Founded in 1989, the company has established itself as a leader in digital typesetting solutions, catering to a global clientele. With a strong focus on innovative technologies, Linotype-Hell AG offers a diverse range of products, including high-quality typefaces and advanced font management software. Renowned for its unique type design and extensive font library, Linotype-Hell AG has achieved significant milestones, including collaborations with renowned type designers. The company’s commitment to quality and creativity has solidified its market position, making it a trusted name among graphic designers and publishers alike. With a legacy of excellence, Linotype-Hell AG continues to shape the future of typography and digital publishing.

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How does Linotype-Hell AG's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

59

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Machinery and Equipment 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.

23

Industry Benchmark

Linotype-Hell AG's score of 59 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Linotype-Hell AG's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Heidelberger Druckmaschinen Aktiengesellschaft

Linotype-Hell AG, headquartered in Germany (DE), currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is a current subsidiary of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen Aktiengesellschaft, which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. As of now, Linotype-Hell AG has not established any documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The absence of specific initiatives or commitments suggests that the company may be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. Given its affiliation with Heidelberger Druckmaschinen Aktiengesellschaft, any potential emissions data or climate initiatives may be inherited from this parent company. However, no specific emissions data or reduction targets have been provided from this source either. In summary, Linotype-Hell AG currently lacks detailed emissions reporting and defined climate commitments, reflecting a broader context within the industry where many companies are still evolving their sustainability strategies.

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Scope 1
30,307,000
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Scope 2
74,938,000
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00,000
Scope 3
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
00,000

How Carbon Intensive is Linotype-Hell AG's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Linotype-Hell AG's primary industry is Machinery and equipment n.e.c. (29), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Linotype-Hell AG'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 Linotype-Hell AG is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Linotype-Hell AG's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Linotype-Hell AG's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 100% last year and decreased by approximately 100% since 2022, 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 "Downstream Transportation & Distribution" being the largest emissions source at 58% of Scope 3 emissions.

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2025
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
58%
Employee Commuting
23%
Processing of Sold Products
19%

Linotype-Hell AG'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.

Linotype-Hell AG 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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