Miele
Miele, officially known as Miele & Cie. KG, is a renowned German manufacturer headquartered in Gütersloh, DE. Established in 1899, the company has evolved into a leader in the premium domestic and commercial appliance industry, with a strong presence across Europe, North America, and Asia. Miele is celebrated for its high-quality products, including kitchen appliances, laundry machines, and floor care solutions, all designed with a commitment to durability and performance. The brand's unique selling proposition lies in its rigorous testing standards, ensuring that every product meets the highest expectations of reliability and efficiency. With a legacy of innovation, Miele has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a market leader in the luxury appliance sector. The company continues to set benchmarks in design and technology, making it a preferred choice for discerning consumers worldwide.
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Miele's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Miele & Cie. KG reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12,200,000,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 36,884,000 kg CO2e, primarily from mobile and stationary combustion, and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 5,955,000 kg CO2e from purchased heat. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, totalling around 12,080,000,000 kg CO2e, with the majority arising from the use of sold products (about 10,126,000,000 kg CO2e). Miele has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This target is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and includes a commitment to reduce Scope 3 emissions related to the use of sold products by 15% over the same timeframe. The overarching goal is to achieve carbon neutrality across all scopes by 2050. These initiatives reflect Miele's dedication to sustainability and its proactive approach to mitigating climate change impacts within the consumer durables sector.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 16,912,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 38,100,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 42,446,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 |
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