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KME, officially known as KME Germany GmbH & Co. KG, is a leading manufacturer in the copper products industry, headquartered in IT. Established in 1886, KME has built a strong reputation for its high-quality copper and copper alloy products, serving various sectors including construction, automotive, and electrical engineering.
With major operational regions across Europe and beyond, KME offers a diverse range of products, including copper sheets, tubes, and rods, distinguished by their exceptional durability and performance. The company has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a key player in the market, recognised for its innovative solutions and commitment to sustainability. KME's dedication to quality and customer satisfaction continues to drive its success in the competitive copper products landscape.
22
DitchCarbon score
-1 vs industry average
Kme’s score of 22 is lower than 47% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very High
Copper Products is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.639
20182025
The Copper Products industry has reduced its overall emissions by 29% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
20202021202220232024202520262027
Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Kme's reported carbon emissions
KME, an Italian copper products company, reported a total of approximately 115.2 billion kg CO2e in 2024. This figure encompasses Scope 1 emissions of about 17.3 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions of approximately 25.5 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions amounting to about 72.5 billion kg CO2e.
For 2023, KME recorded Scope 1 emissions of approximately 17.0 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 market-based emissions of about 24.1 billion kg CO2e. Scope 3 data was not disclosed for this year.
In 2022, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of roughly 67.1 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 market-based emissions of approximately 150.6 billion kg CO2e.
KME has established near-term climate commitments with a 2022 baseline. The company aims to reduce its direct emissions (Scope 1) by 50% by 2030, and its indirect emissions related to purchased and consumed electricity (Scope 2) by 50% by the same year. Earlier targets also included reducing Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 40% by 2030.
The emissions data for KME is cascaded from its corporate family. Specifically, its CDP and RE100 initiatives are sourced from KME SE, which is at cascade level 1.
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Kme’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
No scope 3 category breakdown has been disclosed yet.
Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Not active
Carbon Disclosure Project
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Active
The Climate Pledge
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Not active
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Not active
RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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