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Rockwell Automation Sustainability Profile

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Rockwell Automation, Inc., a leading player in the industrial automation and information technology sector, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1903, the company has established itself as a pioneer in providing innovative solutions that enhance productivity and efficiency across various industries, including manufacturing, oil and gas, and food and beverage. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Rockwell Automation offers a comprehensive range of products and services, including control systems, software, and industrial networking solutions. Their unique approach integrates advanced technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT) and artificial intelligence, enabling businesses to optimise operations and drive digital transformation. Recognised for its commitment to innovation, Rockwell Automation has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a trusted partner for companies seeking to improve their automation processes and achieve sustainable growth.

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63

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electrical Machinery Manufacturing 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.

30

Industry Benchmark

Rockwell Automation's score of 63 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

77%

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Rockwell Automation's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Rockwell Automation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 90,171,000 kg CO2e, comprising 26,604,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 63,567,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030. This goal was announced in November 2020 and is part of their broader strategy to reduce emissions significantly. In 2023, Rockwell Automation's Scope 3 emissions were reported at approximately 19,354,000,000 kg CO2e, indicating a substantial impact from their value chain activities. The company has also committed to a 20% reduction in company-wide Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from 2018 to 2022, with a further target of a 52% reduction by 2030. Rockwell Automation's climate initiatives are supported by their commitment to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), where they have pledged to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. This commitment reflects their proactive approach to addressing climate change and aligns with industry standards for sustainability.

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Scope 1
43,712,000
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Scope 2
92,888,000
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Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is Rockwell Automation's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Rockwell Automation's primary industry is Electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. (31), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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

Rockwell Automation's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Rockwell Automation's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 26% last year and increased by approximately 26% since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 95% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Use of Sold Products
95%
Purchased Goods and Services
4%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Capital Goods
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Investments
<1%

Rockwell Automation'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.

Rockwell Automation 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.

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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