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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.
+2 vs industry average
Kme’s score of 22 is lower than 49% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Copper Products is among the most carbon-intensive industries
The Copper Products industry has reduced its overall emissions by 29% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Kme, a copper products manufacturer based in IT, reported total emissions of approximately 115,235,000 kg CO2e in 2024. This total includes about 17,255,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, approximately 25,452,000 kg CO2e from market-based Scope 2 emissions, and about 72,528,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
In 2023, Kme's reported Scope 1 emissions were around 16,985,000 kg CO2e, and market-based Scope 2 emissions were approximately 24,099,000 kg CO2e. For 2022, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 67,062,000 kg CO2e, and market-based Scope 2 emissions totalled about 150,596,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, Kme disclosed Scope 1 stationary combustion emissions of approximately 11,640,000 kg CO2e. The same figure was reported for 2020 Scope 1 stationary combustion emissions. Emissions data for Kme's parent company, Kme S.R.L., is directly reported by Kme S.R.L. themselves.
Kme has established clear climate commitments. They aim to reduce their Scope 1 emissions by 50% by 2030, using a 2022 baseline. Additionally, they are committed to reducing their Scope 2 emissions (related to purchased and consumed electricity) by 50% by 2030, also from a 2022 baseline. These targets were confirmed in Kme's 2023 Sustainability Report. Earlier commitments from 2021 indicated a 40% reduction target for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030.
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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