Manitou
Manitou Group, commonly referred to as Manitou, is a leading manufacturer of material handling equipment headquartered in France. Established in 1953, the company has made significant strides in the industry, particularly in the design and production of telehandlers, rough terrain forklifts, and aerial work platforms. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, Manitou serves a diverse range of sectors, including construction, agriculture, and industrial applications. Renowned for its innovative approach, Manitou offers unique products that combine advanced technology with user-friendly features, ensuring efficiency and safety on the job site. The company has achieved notable market recognition, consistently ranking among the top players in the material handling sector. With a commitment to sustainability and customer satisfaction, Manitou continues to set benchmarks in the industry, driving growth and innovation.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Benchmark
Manitou's score of 19 is higher than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Manitou's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Manitou Group reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 30,114,000 kg CO2e, comprising 19,904,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 10,210,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This reflects a commitment to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 46.2% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company aims to decrease Scope 3 emissions—specifically from purchased goods and services, upstream transportation and distribution, and the use of sold products—by 33.7% per hour of equipment use within the same timeframe. Over the years, Manitou's emissions have varied, with a total of 61,300,000 kg CO2e in 2011 and a reduction to 41,700,000 kg CO2e in 2015. By 2019, emissions from Scope 1 and 2 reached approximately 24,600,000 kg CO2e (market-based), indicating a significant focus on sustainability. The company’s initiatives align with industry standards for climate action, demonstrating a proactive approach to mitigating climate impact while enhancing operational efficiency.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 16,888,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,600,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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Manitou is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
