Pirelli Sustainability Profile
Pirelli & C. S.p.A., commonly known as Pirelli, is a renowned Italian tyre manufacturer headquartered in Milan, Italy. Established in 1872, Pirelli has evolved into a global leader in the tyre industry, with significant operations across Europe, North America, and Asia. The company is primarily focused on the production of high-performance tyres for cars, motorcycles, and bicycles, catering to both the premium and luxury segments. Pirelli is celebrated for its innovative approach, particularly in the development of tyres that enhance performance and safety. The brand's commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology has positioned it as a key player in the automotive sector. Notably, Pirelli is the exclusive tyre supplier for the FIA Formula One World Championship, underscoring its reputation for excellence and performance in the competitive landscape of tyre manufacturing.
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Pirelli's score of 73 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Pirelli's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Pirelli reported total carbon emissions of approximately 21.0 billion kg CO2e, comprising 215,247,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 150,949,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and about 20.7 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This total reflects a significant commitment to reducing their carbon footprint, with a target to achieve carbon neutrality across all scopes by 2030. Pirelli has set ambitious reduction targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Specifically, they aim for a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025 compared to 2015 levels. Additionally, they are committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions by 28% by 2027, relative to 2018 figures. The company is also focused on sourcing 100% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2025, further supporting its sustainability goals. Pirelli's long-term vision includes a commitment to achieve net-zero emissions by 2040, with a target to formalise a long-term reduction goal of approximately 90% for its value chain emissions by 2050. Overall, Pirelli's climate commitments reflect a robust strategy to mitigate climate impact, aligning with global sustainability standards and demonstrating leadership in the tyre manufacturing industry.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 234,057,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 725,946,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Pirelli's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Pirelli's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 588% last year and decreased by approximately 55% 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 85% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Pirelli'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.
Pirelli has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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