Parker Hannifin Corporation, commonly referred to as Parker, is a leading player in the fabricated metal products industry, specifically focusing on sectors outside machinery and equipment. Headquartered in the United States, Parker operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia, providing innovative solutions since its founding in 1918.
With a diverse portfolio that includes motion and control technologies, Parker is renowned for its high-quality hydraulic, pneumatic, and electromechanical systems. The company’s commitment to engineering excellence and customer-centric solutions has solidified its position as a market leader. Notable achievements include numerous industry awards and a strong reputation for reliability and performance, making Parker a trusted partner in various applications, from aerospace to industrial automation.
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Industry Intensity
Metal Fabrication has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Metal Fabrication industry has reduced its overall emissions by 26% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Parker Hannifin's reported carbon emissions
Parker Hannifin, a US-based fabricated metal products company, reported approximately 4.17 trillion kg CO2e in total emissions for the 2024 reporting year. This includes approximately 128.86 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1, 395.10 billion kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a substantial 3.74 trillion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The majority of its Scope 3 emissions stem from purchased goods and services, totalling approximately 3.59 trillion kg CO2e, with upstream transportation and distribution accounting for about 103.05 billion kg CO2e. For the 2023 reporting year, Parker Hannifin disclosed approximately 127 million kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions and 617 million kg CO2e for combined Scope 1 and 2 (market-based) emissions. In 2022, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 117 million kg CO2e, and combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions were about 660 million kg CO2e. The company reported approximately 136 million kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 669 million kg CO2e for combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions in 2021. In 2020, Scope 1 emissions were around 138 million kg CO2e, and combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 688 million kg CO2e. For 2019, Scope 1 emissions stood at about 134 million kg CO2e, with combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions at approximately 804 million kg CO2e. Parker Hannifin has set ambitious climate commitments. They aim for a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 carbon emissions by 2030, using a 2019 baseline, and aspire to achieve carbon neutrality by 2040. The company is also working towards a 15% reduction in Scope 3 emissions (Categories 1, 2, and 4) by 2030, with a long-term goal of a 25% reduction by 2040, also from a 2019 baseline. Furthermore, Parker Hannifin has committed through SBTi to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 46.2% by FY2030 from a FY2019 base year, aligning with a 1.5°C warming scenario. They also aim to have 76% of their suppliers by emissions covering purchased goods and services adopt science-based targets by FY2030. The company is implementing energy efficiency assessments, lean kaizen events, and on-site renewable power systems as part of its strategy.
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Parker Hannifin’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
8 goals2040
100% reduction in Scope 1
Operations Scope 1 and Scope 2
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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