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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.

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12

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Land Transportation 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.

1

Industry Benchmark

Traton's score of 12 is higher than 60% 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 about 144,673,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This marked a significant reduction in emissions compared to 2021, where Scope 1 emissions were approximately 167,923,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were about 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 from approximately 55,000 kg CO2e in 2021. Traton has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. However, the company continues to focus on improving the efficiency of its operations and reducing greenhouse gas emissions associated with its vehicle production. The latest data indicates a proactive approach to managing emissions, particularly in its industrial operations.

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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 Other land transportation services, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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