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Johnson Controls, officially known as Johnson Controls International plc, is a leading global provider specialising in air-conditioning, warm air heating equipment, and commercial and industrial refrigeration solutions. Headquartered in Ireland, the company operates extensively across North America, Europe, and other key regions, serving a diverse range of industries. Founded in 1885, Johnson Controls has a long history of innovation in building efficiency and climate control technologies.
The company’s core offerings include advanced HVAC systems, building management systems, and refrigeration equipment, recognised for their reliability and energy efficiency. With a strong market presence and numerous industry awards, Johnson Controls is regarded as a pioneer in sustainable building solutions. Its expertise in integrating smart technology and environmental considerations positions it as a trusted leader in the air-conditioning and refrigeration manufacturing sector.
+23 vs industry average
Johnson Controls’s score of 60 is higher than 71% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
The Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 39% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Johnson Controls, headquartered in Ireland and manufacturing Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment, has established ambitious climate commitments, including net-zero targets and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved goals.
In 2024, Johnson Controls reported total global emissions of approximately 218.67 billion kg CO2e. This included around 377 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, approximately 152 million kg CO2e from market-based Scope 2, and about 218.14 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Key contributors to Scope 3 emissions included approximately 206.23 billion kg CO2e from the use of sold products and about 7.54 billion kg CO2e from end-of-life treatment of sold products.
The company aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions across all scopes by 2040, which is ten years ahead of the Paris Climate Agreement's goal. Johnson Controls is also a signatory to The Climate Pledge.
Their near-term absolute reduction targets, which are approved by the SBTi, commit Johnson Controls International plc to:
The company is also targeting to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025.
2030
55% reduction in Scope 1
Johnson Controls International plc commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 55% by 2030 from a 2017 base year.
2030
55% reduction in Scope 2
Johnson Controls International plc commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 55% by 2030 from a 2017 base year.
2030
16% reduction in scope 3 downstream
Johnson Controls International plc also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions from the use of sold products 16% by 2030 from a 20…
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