Traton Sustainability Profile
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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Industry Average
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Traton's score of 18 is lower than 52% 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 carbon 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 upstream transportation. Traton has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 15% decrease in CO2 emissions from heavy-duty commercial vehicles over 16 tons by 2025, applicable to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This target was confirmed in their 2024 annual report. Furthermore, Traton encourages its business partners to commit to the Paris Agreement, aiming for a carbon-neutral economy by 2050, which reflects their long-term commitment to sustainability. In previous years, Traton's emissions included approximately 130,894,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 and 144,673,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2 for 2022, indicating a focus on reducing operational emissions. The company has not inherited emissions data from any parent organization, ensuring that their commitments and targets are independently established.
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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's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
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 97% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Traton'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.
Traton 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.
