Gates Corporation, commonly referred to as Gates, is a leading global manufacturer headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1911, Gates has established itself in the automotive and industrial sectors, specialising in power transmission and fluid power solutions. The company is renowned for its innovative products, including belts, hoses, and hydraulic systems, which are designed to enhance performance and durability. Gates' commitment to quality and engineering excellence has positioned it as a trusted partner for various industries, from automotive to manufacturing. With a rich history of milestones, including advancements in technology and sustainability, Gates continues to be a market leader, recognised for its contributions to improving efficiency and reliability in mechanical systems worldwide.
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In 2023, Gates reported total carbon emissions of approximately 127,300,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 150,600,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of about 277,800,000 kg CO2e. This marks a reduction from 2022, where emissions were approximately 128,900,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 163,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, leading to a total of about 291,900,000 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, Gates has shown a trend of decreasing emissions, with 2021 figures at approximately 129,100,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 179,200,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, totalling about 308,300,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, nor have they set specific reduction targets or climate pledges as per the available information. Gates operates with a focus on sustainability, as evidenced by their emissions intensity metrics, which indicate a commitment to reducing their carbon footprint relative to revenue. However, without specific reduction targets or initiatives documented, the extent of their climate commitments remains unclear.
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2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 109,600,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 218,340,000 | 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 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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