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Kontron

Kontron AG, headquartered in Germany, is a leading provider of embedded computing technology and IoT solutions. Founded in 1963, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia. Specialising in the design and manufacturing of high-performance computing platforms, Kontron offers a diverse range of products, including industrial motherboards, embedded systems, and IoT gateways. Recognised for its innovative approach, Kontron has achieved significant milestones, such as pioneering advancements in edge computing and smart transportation solutions. The company’s commitment to quality and reliability positions it as a trusted partner in industries like telecommunications, transportation, and industrial automation. With a robust portfolio and a focus on customer-centric solutions, Kontron continues to drive technological advancements in the embedded computing sector.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Kontron's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

29

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electrical Machinery Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

27

Industry Benchmark

Kontron's score of 29 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Kontron's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Kontron reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 3,773,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 9,878,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 3,590,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a slight increase in emissions compared to 2022, where total emissions were about 9,830,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 3,126,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 9,702,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 1,505,000 kg CO2e. Despite the increase in emissions, Kontron has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions across all scopes, demonstrating a commitment to transparency in its environmental impact.

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20222023
Scope 1
3,126,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
9,702,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
1,505,000
0,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kontron's primary industry is Electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. (31), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Kontron is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Kontron is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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