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WEG S.A., commonly known as WEG, is a leading global manufacturer of electric-electronic equipment, headquartered in Joinville, Santa Catarina, Brazil. Since its founding in 1961, WEG has become a cornerstone in the capital goods sector, boasting a vast international operational footprint across the Americas, Europe, Asia, and beyond.
Specialising in machinery and equipment, WEG offers a comprehensive portfolio spanning electric motors, generators, transformers, and industrial automation solutions. The company provides integrated systems for electric power generation, transmission, and distribution, alongside cutting-edge control technologies. WEG's commitment to energy efficiency and delivering complete, tailored industrial solutions distinguishes its offerings in the global market.
+34 vs industry average
Weg’s score of 61 is higher than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Machinery and Equipment has above-average carbon intensity
The Machinery and Equipment industry has reduced its overall emissions by 37% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
WEG, a BR-headquartered company in the Machinery and equipment n.e.c. industry, has reported its carbon emissions and climate commitments.
In 2025, WEG's total reported greenhouse gas emissions were approximately 25.2 billion kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of approximately 63.6 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 62.6 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 25.1 billion kg CO2e.
For 2024, the company reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 27.9 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 63.9 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 70.3 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 27.8 billion kg CO2e.
In 2023, WEG's total reported greenhouse gas emissions were approximately 25.9 billion kg CO2e. This comprised Scope 1 emissions of approximately 61.5 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 79.0 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 25.8 billion kg CO2e.
WEG has set Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved near-term targets. The company commits to reducing absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 52% by FY2030 from a FY2021 base year. Additionally, WEG aims to reduce Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions by 60% per BRL value added within the same timeframe. These targets are consistent with reductions required to keep warming to 1.5°C.
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52% reduction in Scope 2
WEG S.A. commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 52% by FY2030 from a FY2021 base year.
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52% reduction in Scope 1
WEG S.A. commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 52% by FY2030 from a FY2021 base year.
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60% reduction in scope 3 upstream
WEG S.A. also commits to reduce scope 3 GHG emissions 60% per BRL value added within the same timeframe.
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