Otis Elevator
Otis Elevator Company, a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1853, Otis has a rich history marked by innovation, including the introduction of the safety elevator, which revolutionised vertical transportation. The company operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia, providing cutting-edge solutions for both residential and commercial buildings.
Otis is renowned for its core products, including elevators, escalators, and moving walkways, all designed with advanced technology and a focus on safety and efficiency. Their unique offerings, such as the Gen2® elevator system, exemplify their commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency. With a strong market position, Otis continues to achieve notable milestones, maintaining a reputation for reliability and excellence in the vertical transportation sector.
+26 vs industry average
Otis Elevator’s score of 53 is higher than 70% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Transport Equipment Manufacturing has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Transport Equipment Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 46% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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Otis Elevator's reported carbon emissions
### Otis Elevator Carbon Emissions and Climate Commitments Otis Elevator, headquartered in the US, has reported substantial greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. For the reporting year 2024, the company's total GHG emissions were approximately 13.8 billion kg CO2e. This figure encompasses Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Breaking down the emissions for 2024: * **Scope 1:** Approximately 120.3 million kg CO2e, primarily from mobile combustion and fugitive emissions. * **Scope 2:** Approximately 26.8 million kg CO2e (market-based). * **Scope 3:** Approximately 13.7 billion kg CO2e, with the largest contributions from the use of sold products (approximately 8.6 billion kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (approximately 4.3 billion kg CO2e). In 2023, Otis's total GHG emissions stood at approximately 15.6 billion kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of about 112.9 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions of approximately 32.5 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 15.5 billion kg CO2e. Otis Elevator has set ambitious climate targets, aligning with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company commits to reducing its absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 55% by 2033, using 2021 as the base year. Furthermore, Otis aims to reduce its absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 33% by 2033, also from a 2021 baseline. These targets are considered consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The data presented is directly attributed to Otis Worldwide Corporation and is not cascaded from a parent organisation.
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