Cummins Sustainability Profile
Cummins Inc., a global leader in the design and manufacture of engines and power generation products, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1919, Cummins has established itself as a key player in the automotive and industrial sectors, with major operational regions spanning North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. The company is renowned for its innovative diesel and natural gas engines, as well as its advanced power generation systems, which are distinguished by their reliability and efficiency. Cummins has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in clean energy technologies and a commitment to sustainability. With a strong market position, Cummins is recognised for its engineering excellence and has received numerous accolades for its contributions to the industry, making it a trusted name in power solutions worldwide.
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Cummins's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Cummins reported total carbon emissions of approximately 706,138,000 kg CO2e, comprising 295,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 411,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, aiming for a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. This commitment is part of their broader PLANET 2050 strategy, which aspires to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. Cummins has also committed to reducing its Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 25% by 2030, further demonstrating its dedication to comprehensive climate action. The company’s initiatives are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which validates their targets as consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Overall, Cummins's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to sustainability, with a clear roadmap for significant emissions reductions in the coming years.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 270,096,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 528,360,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000,000 | - |
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Cummins's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Cummins's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 17% last year and increased by approximately 17% since 2017, 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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Cummins'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.
Cummins 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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