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.
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Traton's score of 18 is higher than 56% 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 2024, Traton reported total emissions of approximately 354,997,599,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 248,370,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 158,344,000 kg CO2e. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, totalling around 354,590,885,000 kg CO2e, which includes categories such as the use of sold products and capital goods. For 2025, Traton has confirmed a target to reduce CO2 emissions from heavy-duty commercial vehicles (over 16 tons) by 15% from 2020 levels, applicable to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This commitment reflects Traton's ongoing efforts to enhance sustainability within its operations. Additionally, Traton encourages its business partners to align with the Paris Agreement, aiming for a carbon-neutral economy by 2050, which pertains to their Scope 3 emissions. This long-term commitment underscores Traton's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its overall carbon footprint. Overall, Traton's emissions data and climate commitments illustrate a proactive approach to sustainability, with specific reduction targets and a focus on collaboration with partners to achieve broader climate goals.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 162,083,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 194,793,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 000,000,000,000 |
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Traton 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.
