Thermo King Corporation Sustainability Profile
Thermo King Corporation, a leading name in temperature control solutions, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1938, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the transport refrigeration industry, providing innovative products and services that ensure the safe transport of perishable goods. Specialising in transport temperature control systems, Thermo King offers a diverse range of products, including trailer refrigeration units, truck and van solutions, and auxiliary power units. Their commitment to energy efficiency and sustainability sets them apart in a competitive market. With a strong reputation for reliability and performance, Thermo King has achieved significant milestones, including numerous industry awards and a robust global presence, solidifying its position as a trusted partner for businesses in the cold chain logistics sector.
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Thermo King Corporation, headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as no emissions figures are available. However, the company is part of Trane Technologies plc, from which it inherits climate commitments and performance data. Trane Technologies has set ambitious sustainability goals, including a commitment to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its operations and supply chain by 2030. This commitment encompasses all three scopes of emissions, with a focus on reducing Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions directly from operations, as well as Scope 3 emissions from the supply chain. While specific reduction targets for Thermo King Corporation are not detailed, the overarching initiatives from Trane Technologies include participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and other climate pledges aimed at enhancing sustainability practices. These initiatives reflect a strong commitment to addressing climate change and reducing carbon footprints within the industry. As a current subsidiary of Trane Technologies, Thermo King Corporation aligns with these broader corporate sustainability efforts, although specific emissions data and reduction targets for the subsidiary are not disclosed at this time.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 543,601,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 257,602,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 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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Thermo King Corporation's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Thermo King Corporation's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 12% last year and decreased by approximately 36% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 98% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Thermo King Corporation'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.
Thermo King Corporation 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.
