Schaltbau Holding
Schaltbau Holding AG, a prominent player in the machinery and equipment sector, is headquartered in Germany. Founded in 1929, the company has established itself as a leader in the design and manufacture of innovative components for transport and industrial applications. With a strong presence in Europe and beyond, Schaltbau operates primarily in the fields of rail technology, electrical engineering, and automation.
The company’s core offerings include high-performance switches, connectors, and control systems, which are distinguished by their reliability and advanced technology. Schaltbau's commitment to quality and innovation has earned it a significant market position, recognised for its contributions to enhancing safety and efficiency in transportation systems. Notable achievements include numerous industry awards and a robust portfolio of patents, underscoring its role as a pioneer in the machinery and equipment industry.
-7 vs industry average
Schaltbau Holding’s score of 20 is lower than 40% 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
Machinery and Equipment has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Machinery and Equipment industry has reduced its overall emissions by 37% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Schaltbau Holding's reported carbon emissions
Schaltbau Holding AG, headquartered in Germany and operating in the machinery and equipment n.e.c. industry, has reported its greenhouse gas emissions for recent years.
For 2025, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 2,932,020 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of approximately 6,565,240 kg CO2e. Location-based Scope 2 emissions for 2025 were approximately 6,704,900 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions data for 2025 were not available, with a specific note missing data for purchased goods and services.
In 2023, Schaltbau Holding's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 3,068,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 5,820,000 kg CO2e. This data, along with figures for 2022 and 2021, is sourced from the company's CSR reports.
For 2022, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 2,936,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 5,090,000 kg CO2e.
In 2021, Scope 1 emissions stood at approximately 3,313,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions at approximately 5,820,000 kg CO2e.
Looking at earlier data, for 2020, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 3,068,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 5,820,000 kg CO2e, resulting in combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 9,724,000 kg CO2e.
Schaltbau Holding has initiated efforts towards carbon neutrality for a new production facility, aiming for carbon-neutral operations for this facility by 2025. This initiative is expected to achieve carbon neutrality for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions for the facility by 2025. The company's electricity-based energy concept for this new facility is projected to be cost-effective within approximately three years compared to conventional fossil fuel-based heat generation. No specific overall reduction targets for the entire company's emissions have been disclosed in the provided data. The company's reported emissions do not currently include Scope 3 data.
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Schaltbau Holding’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2025
The new production facility is fully electrified, will be ca…
The new production facility is fully electrified, will be carbon-neutral going forward, and its electricity-based energy concept will pay fo…
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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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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