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DE
updated 24 days ago

Wurth Sustainability Profile

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Würth Group, a leading global supplier in the fastener and assembly materials industry, is headquartered in Künzelsau, Germany. Founded in 1945, the company has expanded its operations across Europe, North America, and Asia, establishing a strong presence in over 80 countries. Würth is renowned for its extensive range of products, including screws, anchors, tools, and chemical products, which are distinguished by their high quality and innovative design. With a commitment to customer satisfaction and a robust distribution network, Würth has achieved significant market position, serving millions of customers in various sectors such as construction, automotive, and manufacturing. The company’s dedication to research and development has led to numerous milestones, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the industry.

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25

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Machinery and Equipment industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

23

Industry Benchmark

Wurth's score of 25 is higher than 53% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Wurth's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Würth Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 325,760,000 kg CO2e globally, which includes 260,463,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 65,297,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. In Germany, the company’s emissions reached about 102,359,000 kg CO2e. Würth has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 30% by 2030 from a 2020 baseline. Additionally, the company is targeting near-zero emissions for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by the middle of the decade (2023-2025). Notably, Würth has already achieved a 50% reduction in its Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 2010 to 2020 and plans to halve these emissions again by 2030. The emissions data is cascaded from the Würth Group, reflecting the company's commitment to align with Germany's goal of achieving net greenhouse gas neutrality by 2045. The initiatives include avoiding and reducing emissions, producing renewable energy, and transitioning to electric mobility.

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Scope 1
236,879,000
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Scope 2
116,972,000
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Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is Wurth's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Wurth's primary industry is Machinery and equipment n.e.c. (29), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Wurth's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Wurth is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Wurth'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.

Wurth has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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