Terex Corporation, commonly referred to as Terex, is a leading global manufacturer headquartered in the United States. Established in 1933, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in the construction and materials handling industry. With major operational regions across North America, Europe, and Asia, Terex is renowned for its innovative solutions in the production of aerial work platforms, cranes, and material processing equipment. The company’s core products, including the Genie® and Demag® brands, are distinguished by their advanced engineering and commitment to safety and efficiency. Terex holds a strong market position, recognised for its dedication to sustainability and customer-centric approach. With a rich history and a focus on technological advancement, Terex continues to set industry standards, making it a trusted partner for construction and industrial sectors worldwide.
How does Terex'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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Terex's score of 18 is lower than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Terex Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 56,162,000 kg CO2e, comprising 34,287,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 21,875,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. Over the past few years, Terex has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In 2022, the total emissions were approximately 50,593,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight increase in 2023. However, the company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives, as evidenced by the absence of documented reduction targets or SBTi commitments. Terex's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all reported figures are directly from Terex Corporation. The company continues to focus on sustainability, although further details on specific climate initiatives or future commitments remain unspecified.
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| 2006 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 95,182,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 76,952,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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.
Terex 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.

