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.
+36 vs industry average
Weg’s score of 61 is higher than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Machinery and Equipment has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Machinery and Equipment industry has reduced its overall emissions by 37% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Weg's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, WEG S.A., headquartered in Brazil, reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 25.1 billion kg CO2e. This figure includes emissions from all three scopes: Scope 1 emissions were about 63.6 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 62.6 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reached about 25.1 billion kg CO2e.
The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 52% by FY2030, using FY2021 as the baseline. Additionally, WEG S.A. is committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions by 60% per BRL value added within the same timeframe. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support the global effort to limit warming to 1.5°C.
This emissions data is cascaded from WEG S.A., which is classified as a current subsidiary. The company is actively working towards its sustainability goals, demonstrating a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing its environmental performance.
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Weg’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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Data year: 2025
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