Franke Sustainability Profile
Franke, officially known as Franke Group, is a leading global provider of kitchen systems and foodservice solutions, headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Established in 1911, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in innovation and design within the industry. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, Franke excels in creating high-quality kitchen sinks, taps, and foodservice equipment. Renowned for their commitment to sustainability and functionality, Franke's products stand out due to their superior craftsmanship and innovative technology. The company has garnered a solid market position, recognised for its dedication to enhancing the culinary experience. With a rich heritage and a focus on customer-centric solutions, Franke continues to shape the future of kitchen and foodservice design.
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Franke's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Franke Group reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 1,500,000,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes about 8,585,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 16,681,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a staggering 1,491,589,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions are primarily driven by the use of sold products, which alone accounted for about 16,645,685,000 kg CO2e. Franke has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050, with a 2020 baseline. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 56% by 2030 and to achieve a 90% reduction by 2050. Additionally, Franke aims to cut Scope 3 emissions by 32.5% by 2033, focusing on purchased goods and services, capital goods, and upstream transportation and distribution. These targets are part of a broader strategy to transition to renewable energy sources, with specific initiatives already in place at their production site in Aarburg, which is currently CO2-neutral due to investments in hydro power, wood chip, and photovoltaic plants. The emissions data and climate commitments are cascaded from their parent company, Franke Holding AG, which oversees the sustainability initiatives across its subsidiaries.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 56,460,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Franke's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Franke's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 5% last year and decreased by approximately 93% 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 1116% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Franke'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.
Franke 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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