Weg
Weg S.A., commonly referred to as Weg, is a leading Brazilian manufacturer headquartered in Jaraguá do Sul, Brazil. Established in 1961, Weg has grown to become a prominent player in the electrical equipment industry, with a strong presence across South America, North America, and Europe. The company specialises in the production of electric motors, transformers, and automation solutions, renowned for their innovation and energy efficiency. Weg's commitment to quality and sustainability has positioned it as a market leader, with notable achievements including numerous awards for excellence in manufacturing and environmental practices. The company’s diverse product portfolio, which includes high-performance electric motors and advanced automation systems, sets it apart in a competitive landscape, catering to various sectors such as industrial, commercial, and residential applications.
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Industry Benchmark
Weg's score of 40 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Weg's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, WEG, headquartered in Brazil, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 113,425,000 kg CO2e, comprising 49,919,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 63,506,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, amounting to about 21,803,746,000 kg CO2e, primarily from the use of sold products and purchased goods and services. Over the years, WEG has shown fluctuations in its emissions. For instance, in 2021, the company recorded Scope 1 emissions of 47,719,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of 110,634,100 kg CO2e, alongside substantial Scope 3 emissions of approximately 26,872,637,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, WEG has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company continues to operate within the context of a growing global emphasis on sustainability and carbon footprint reduction, aligning with industry standards for climate action.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 20,062,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 21,430,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Weg 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.
