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Traton

Traton SE, headquartered in Germany, is a prominent player in the commercial vehicle industry, specialising in the manufacture of trucks and buses. Founded in 2015, Traton has rapidly established itself as a key subsidiary of the Volkswagen Group, with significant operations across Europe, South America, and Asia. The company’s core offerings include a diverse range of heavy-duty trucks and innovative transport solutions, distinguished by their advanced technology and sustainability features. Traton's commitment to electrification and digitalisation sets it apart in a competitive market, positioning it as a leader in the transition towards greener logistics. With a strong market presence and notable achievements, Traton SE continues to drive innovation and efficiency in the commercial vehicle sector, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted partner for businesses worldwide.

DitchCarbon Score

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12

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Traton's score of 12 is higher than 53% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Traton's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Traton reported total carbon emissions of approximately 132,956,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 144,673,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This marked a significant reduction in emissions compared to 2021, where Scope 1 emissions were about 167,923,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 155,642,000 kg CO2e. The company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with Scope 1 emissions per produced vehicle decreasing to about 50,000 kg CO2e in 2022, down from 55,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and 60,000 kg CO2e in 2020. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or climate pledges, Traton's ongoing efforts to lower emissions reflect a proactive approach to climate responsibility. The company is focused on improving the environmental performance of its operations and products, aligning with industry standards for sustainability.

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Scope 1
162,083,000
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Scope 2
194,793,000
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Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Traton's primary industry is , which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Traton is headquartered in DE, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Traton is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.

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