Schunk Sustainability Profile
Schunk, officially known as Schunk GmbH & Co. KG, is a leading provider of clamping and gripping technology, headquartered in Germany. Founded in 1945, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the automation and robotics industry, with a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and North America. Specialising in high-precision components, Schunk offers a diverse range of products, including clamping devices, gripping systems, and tool holders. Their innovative solutions are distinguished by their reliability and efficiency, catering to various sectors such as automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing. With a commitment to quality and continuous improvement, Schunk has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a market leader. The company is renowned for its cutting-edge technology and has received numerous accolades for its contributions to the field of automation.
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Schunk's score of 16 is lower than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Schunk's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Schunk reported total emissions of approximately 12,502,000 kg CO2e, encompassing both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This figure reflects a slight decrease from 2022, when total emissions were approximately 12,617,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined. Additionally, in 2022, Schunk's Scope 3 emissions were significant, amounting to approximately 110,374,000 kg CO2e, with the largest contributions from the use of sold products (about 50,772,040 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (approximately 43,045,860 kg CO2e). Despite these figures, Schunk has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, SCHUNK GmbH & Co. KG, reflecting the broader corporate family's sustainability performance. Schunk's commitment to addressing climate change is evident through its transparency in emissions reporting, although further details on specific reduction strategies or climate pledges are currently unavailable.
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Schunk's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
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 46% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Schunk's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Schunk has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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