Sensata Technologies
Sensata Technologies, commonly referred to as Sensata, is a leading provider of electrical machinery and apparatus, specialising in sensors and controls. Headquartered in the United States, the company serves a global market with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1916, Sensata has established a strong reputation for innovation and reliability in its core business areas, which include sensor technology, electrical protection, and control solutions.
The company's advanced products are utilised across diverse industries such as automotive, industrial, aerospace, and healthcare, setting them apart through their precision and durability. Sensata’s market position is reinforced by its commitment to technological development and strategic acquisitions, making it a notable player in the electrical machinery sector. With a history of key milestones and a focus on delivering high-quality solutions, Sensata continues to drive growth and innovation worldwide.
+12 vs industry average
Sensata Technologies’s score of 48 is higher than 61% 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
Electrical Machinery Manufacturing has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Electrical Machinery Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Sensata Technologies's reported carbon emissions
Sensata Technologies, a US-based company in the electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. (31) industry, has established significant climate commitments. For 2024, the company reported total emissions of approximately 13.46 billion kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 4.59 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions of approximately 145.13 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling about 13.31 billion kg CO2e.
Looking at the previous year, 2023, Sensata Technologies' total emissions were approximately 14.21 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions stood at about 5.25 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions were around 148.92 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reached approximately 14.05 billion kg CO2e.
In 2022, the company's total emissions were approximately 15.86 billion kg CO2e, comprising about 5.57 million kg CO2e for Scope 1, approximately 157.81 million kg CO2e for Scope 2 market-based emissions, and about 15.69 billion kg CO2e for Scope 3. Prior to this, in 2021, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 6.19 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 market-based emissions were about 166.61 million kg CO2e, with Scope 3 data not fully disclosed for that year.
Sensata Technologies has set ambitious targets to address its environmental impact. The company has made a public commitment to work towards achieving carbon neutrality in its operations by 2050, a goal initiated in 2021. Furthermore, Sensata has established a new near-term goal to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 market-based emissions by 45% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year.
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Sensata Technologies’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2050
In 2021, Sensata made a public commitment to work toward ach…
In 2021, Sensata made a public commitment to work toward achieving carbon neutrality in its operations by 2050.
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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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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