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Motor Vehicle Retail Services
US
updated 2 months ago

Meritor, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Meritor, Inc., a leading global supplier of drivetrain, mobility, braking, and aftermarket solutions, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1909, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. Meritor is renowned for its innovative products, such as axles, brakes, and suspension systems, which are designed to enhance vehicle performance and safety. With a commitment to sustainability and advanced technology, Meritor has achieved significant milestones, including the development of electric vehicle components. The company holds a prominent position in the commercial vehicle industry, recognised for its reliability and engineering excellence. Meritor's dedication to quality and customer service has solidified its reputation as a trusted partner for OEMs and fleet operators worldwide.

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How does Meritor, Inc.'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.

77

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Motor Vehicle Retail 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.

32

Industry Benchmark

Meritor, Inc.'s score of 77 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Meritor, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Cummins Inc.

Meritor, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is a current subsidiary of Cummins Inc., which influences its climate commitments and emissions reporting. While no specific reduction targets or achievements are listed for Meritor, Inc., it is important to note that emissions data and climate initiatives may be cascaded from its parent company, Cummins Inc. This includes potential targets set under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and other climate-related frameworks. As a subsidiary, Meritor may align its climate strategies with those of Cummins, which has established various sustainability initiatives aimed at reducing carbon emissions across its operations. However, without specific data or targets from Meritor, the details of its individual commitments remain unclear. In summary, Meritor, Inc. is currently in a position where it inherits climate commitments and emissions data from Cummins Inc., but lacks specific emissions figures and reduction targets of its own.

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Scope 3
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0,000,000,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Meritor, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Meritor, Inc.'s primary industry is Motor Vehicle Retail Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Meritor, Inc.'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 Meritor, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Meritor, Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Meritor, Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 17% last year and increased by approximately 17% since 2017, 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 99% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Use of Sold Products
99%
Purchased Goods and Services
<1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Capital Goods
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Downstream Leased Assets
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Investments
<1%

Meritor, Inc.'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.

Meritor, Inc. 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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