Siemens
Siemens AG, a global powerhouse headquartered in Germany, is a leader in the fields of electrification, automation, and digitalisation. Founded in 1847, Siemens has evolved into a multifaceted organisation with a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and the Americas. The company operates across various industries, including energy, healthcare, and manufacturing, providing innovative solutions that enhance efficiency and sustainability. Siemens is renowned for its cutting-edge products and services, such as smart infrastructure, digital industries, and mobility solutions, which set it apart in a competitive market. With a commitment to advancing technology, Siemens has achieved significant milestones, including pioneering developments in automation and smart grid technology. As a result, Siemens holds a prominent position in the global market, consistently recognised for its contributions to engineering excellence and sustainable practices.
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How does Siemens's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Siemens's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Siemens reported total carbon emissions of approximately 347,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 94,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and a staggering 416,758,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting, covering all three scopes. Siemens has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 55% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025 compared to 2019 levels. Furthermore, they have increased their long-term goal to achieve a 90% reduction in these emissions by 2030. For Scope 3 emissions, Siemens is targeting a 15% reduction by 2030, with a long-term goal of achieving net-zero emissions across their entire supply chain by 2050. The company is committed to achieving net-zero emissions in its own operations by 2030, in line with the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi). This commitment includes a focus on energy efficiency measures and the use of renewable energy sources. Siemens has also pledged to only own or lease buildings that have net-zero carbon emissions by 2030. Siemens's climate strategy is encapsulated in their DEGREE framework, which guides their sustainability efforts. The company has been a signatory to the Climate Pledge since September 2020, reinforcing its commitment to climate action and accountability. Overall, Siemens is taking significant steps towards reducing its carbon footprint and addressing climate change, with clear targets and a structured approach to sustainability.
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| 2013 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 963,740 | 00,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Siemens is participating in some of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
