Wilo Sustainability Profile
Wilo SE, commonly referred to as Wilo, is a leading global manufacturer of pumps and pump systems, headquartered in Dortmund, Germany. Established in 1872, Wilo has evolved into a key player in the water management and building services sectors, with a strong presence across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. The company specialises in innovative solutions for heating, cooling, and water supply, offering a diverse range of products that stand out for their energy efficiency and sustainability. Wilo's commitment to cutting-edge technology and smart solutions has positioned it as a market leader, recognised for its contributions to the development of intelligent pump systems. With numerous awards and certifications, Wilo continues to set benchmarks in the industry, driving advancements in water management and energy efficiency.
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Wilo's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Wilo SE reported total carbon emissions of approximately 51.4 billion kg CO2e, comprising 4,522,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 3,022,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 51.4 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a slight decrease from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 55.6 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 4,802,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 8,159,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 55.6 billion kg CO2e. Wilo has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality at its primary production sites by 2025. The company plans to reduce group-wide emissions by at least 60% from a 2018 baseline. Additionally, Wilo has committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. This includes specific near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2030, and Scope 3 emissions by 25% within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in absolute emissions across all scopes by 2050, based on a 2020 baseline. Wilo's initiatives align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which has validated their targets as consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The company is also focused on increasing its sourcing of renewable electricity from 40% in 2020 to 100% by 2030.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 00,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Wilo's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Wilo's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 7% last year and decreased by approximately 14% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 99% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Wilo's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Wilo has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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