Stihl
Stihl, officially known as Andreas Stihl AG & Co. KG, is a leading manufacturer in the outdoor power equipment industry, headquartered in Waiblingen, Germany. Founded in 1926, Stihl has established itself as a pioneer in the development of chainsaws and other cutting tools, with a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia. The company is renowned for its innovative products, including chainsaws, trimmers, and blowers, which are distinguished by their reliability, performance, and user-friendly design. Stihl's commitment to quality and engineering excellence has earned it a prominent market position, making it a trusted choice among professionals and homeowners alike. With a rich history of milestones, including the introduction of the first electric chainsaw, Stihl continues to lead the industry through ongoing innovation and sustainability initiatives, solidifying its reputation as a global leader in outdoor power equipment.
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Stihl's score of 25 is higher than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Stihl's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Stihl reported total carbon emissions of approximately 46,788,000 kg CO2e, comprising 29,215,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 17,573,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a significant reduction from 2020, when total emissions were about 100,740,000 kg CO2e, indicating a downward trend in their carbon footprint. Over the years, Stihl has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its emissions. In 2021, the company reported total emissions of approximately 93,840,000 kg CO2e, which included 38,690,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 55,150,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 19,800,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. By 2022, emissions further decreased to about 53,685,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 36,290,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 17,395,000 kg CO2e. Stihl has set near-term reduction targets and is committed to ongoing improvements in its sustainability practices, although it has not yet committed to a net-zero target. The company operates within the electrical equipment and machinery sector and is headquartered in Germany.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 33,690,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 58,750,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000 | - | - |
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