Zf
ZF Friedrichshafen AG, commonly known as ZF, is a global leader in driveline and chassis technology, headquartered in Friedrichshafen, Germany. Founded in 1915, ZF has established itself as a key player in the automotive and industrial sectors, with significant operations across Europe, North America, and Asia. The company is renowned for its innovative products, including advanced transmission systems, electric drive technologies, and active safety solutions. ZF's commitment to sustainability and digitalisation sets it apart in the competitive landscape, enabling the development of smart mobility solutions. With a strong market position, ZF has achieved numerous milestones, including strategic acquisitions and partnerships that enhance its technological capabilities. As a pioneer in the automotive industry, ZF continues to shape the future of mobility through its cutting-edge engineering and commitment to excellence.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Zf's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Zf's score of 56 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Zf's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, ZF Friedrichshafen AG reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,052,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 247,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 805,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 82,456,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 80% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. Additionally, ZF plans to increase its annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 10% in 2019 to 100% by 2030 and reduce Scope 3 emissions by 40% per million euros in sales by the same year. ZF's emissions data shows a commitment to sustainability within the automotive sector, aligning with industry standards for climate action. The company is a participant in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which validates its targets as consistent with the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. These initiatives reflect ZF's dedication to reducing its carbon footprint and contributing to global climate goals.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 000,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Zf is committed to some 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.
