Vaillant Group, a leading name in the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) industry, is headquartered in Remscheid, Germany. Founded in 1874, the company has established itself as a pioneer in energy-efficient heating solutions, with a strong presence across Europe and beyond. Specialising in innovative products such as boilers, heat pumps, and renewable energy systems, Vaillant is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology. The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for its eco-friendly solutions, solidifying its position as a market leader. With a focus on enhancing comfort and reducing environmental impact, Vaillant continues to set industry standards, making it a trusted choice for both residential and commercial applications.
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In 2024, Vaillant GmbH reported total carbon emissions of approximately 36,438,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 25,344,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (location-based), and 133,159,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions related to the use of sold products. This represents a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions from 39,984,000 kg CO2e in 2023, while Scope 2 emissions remained relatively stable. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. Vaillant's near-term targets include a 46.2% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, they aim to reduce Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 55% per million EUR value added within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 97% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per million EUR value added by 2050. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's commitment to sustainable practices in the building products sector. Vaillant's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures are independently reported.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | - | 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 |
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