Sto Sustainability Profile
Sto SE & Co. KGaA, commonly referred to as Sto, is a leading provider of building materials and façade systems, headquartered in Germany. Established in 1835, Sto has evolved into a prominent player in the construction industry, with a strong presence across Europe and beyond. The company is renowned for its innovative solutions in thermal insulation, façade coatings, and interior finishes, which are designed to enhance energy efficiency and aesthetic appeal. Sto's commitment to sustainability and quality has positioned it as a market leader, with notable achievements including numerous awards for its eco-friendly products. The company’s core offerings, such as its advanced insulation systems and decorative render solutions, are distinguished by their durability and performance. With a rich history and a focus on innovation, Sto continues to shape the future of construction and building design.
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Industry Average
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Sto's score of 27 is higher than 55% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Sto's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Sto reported total carbon emissions of approximately 149,000,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 495,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 147,500,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The total emissions for 2022 were identical, indicating a stable emissions profile year-on-year. Sto has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for climate-neutral production across the entire Group by 2040. This goal aligns with the Paris Agreement's target of limiting global temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius by 2100. These commitments are part of Sto's long-term strategy to enhance sustainability and reduce its overall carbon footprint. The emissions data is cascaded from Sto SE & Co. KGaA, reflecting the company's corporate family relationship. Sto's commitment to sustainability is further underscored by its focus on reducing emissions across all scopes, although specific reduction targets from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) have not been disclosed.
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| 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 14,543,700 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 442,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 10,659,600 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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Sto's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Sto 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.
