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Scania AB, a leading player in the motor vehicles, trailers, and semi-trailers industry, is headquartered in Södertälje, Sweden (SE). Founded in 1891, Scania has established itself as a pioneer in the production of heavy trucks, buses, and engines, focusing on sustainable transport solutions. The company operates extensively across Europe, South America, and Asia, catering to a diverse clientele.
Scania's core offerings include innovative trucks and buses renowned for their fuel efficiency and advanced safety features. The company is committed to reducing environmental impact, making it a frontrunner in the shift towards greener transport solutions. With a strong market position, Scania has received numerous accolades for its engineering excellence and customer service, solidifying its reputation as a trusted name in the automotive sector.
+28 vs industry average
Scania AB’s score of 60 is higher than 71% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing has above-average carbon intensity
The Motor Vehicle Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 35% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Scania AB, headquartered in Sweden and operating in the motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers industry, is actively engaged in reducing its carbon emissions. For the 2024 reporting year, Scania reported a total of approximately 140.4 billion kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 99.2 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of approximately 10.9 million kg CO2e, and substantial Scope 3 emissions amounting to roughly 140.3 billion kg CO2e. The largest contributor to Scope 3 emissions for Scania is the use of sold products, accounting for about 136.5 billion kg CO2e.
Scania has set ambitious climate commitments. A near-term target is to achieve a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 operational emissions by 2025, compared to a 2015 baseline. Furthermore, the company aims for a 20% CO2 reduction from its products in use by 2025, measured in tonnes CO2e per kilometre. Looking towards a sustainable future, Scania is committed to working towards net-zero carbon emissions from trucks and buses by 2050, aligning with global initiatives such as the Memorandum of Understanding on zero-emission trucks and buses. They are also working towards having 100% green batteries, steel, aluminium, and cast iron used in their European production by 2030.
While specific total emissions for 2025 are not yet fully disclosed, there is a noted initiative related to CO2 reduction from products. In the 2023 reporting year, Scania reported total emissions of approximately 144.9 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 103.3 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) at approximately 13.2 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at
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2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
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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