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, the company has established a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, becoming synonymous with high-quality chainsaws and gardening tools. STIHL is renowned for its innovative engineering and commitment to performance, offering a diverse range of products including chainsaws, trimmers, and blowers. Their unique selling proposition lies in their focus on reliability and user-friendly designs, catering to both professional landscapers and DIY enthusiasts. With a market position as one of the top brands in outdoor power equipment, STIHL has achieved numerous accolades for its sustainability efforts and product excellence, solidifying its reputation as a trusted name in the industry.
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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. This marks a reduction from 2022, where total emissions were about 53,685,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 36,290,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 17,395,000 kg CO2e. The data indicates a consistent effort to lower emissions, with a notable decrease in Scope 1 emissions over the year. STIHL has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, nor have they set specific reduction targets through initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company has not reported any formal climate pledges or documented reduction initiatives. The emissions data is sourced directly from STIHL Kettenwerk Verwaltungs-gmbh, with no cascaded data from a parent or related organization. The company continues to focus on its operational emissions, as reflected in its annual sustainability reports.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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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 | - | - | - | - | - |
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STIHL is not participating in any 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.