Nilfisk
Nilfisk, officially known as Nilfisk Group, is a leading global provider of professional cleaning equipment, headquartered in Denmark (DK). Founded in 1906, the company has established a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, delivering innovative cleaning solutions across various industries. Specialising in high-quality floor care, industrial vacuum cleaners, and outdoor cleaning equipment, Nilfisk is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and efficiency. The company’s advanced technologies, such as smart cleaning solutions and eco-friendly products, set it apart in the competitive cleaning industry. With a rich history of over a century, Nilfisk has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for innovation and design. Today, it stands as a trusted name in the market, recognised for its reliability and performance in professional cleaning applications.
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Nilfisk's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Nilfisk reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,628,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 15,158,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 3,856,000 kg CO2e (market-based) and 5,611,000 kg CO2e (location-based). The majority of emissions stemmed from Scope 3, particularly the use of sold products, which accounted for about 1,612,672,000 kg CO2e. Nilfisk has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 35% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. As of 2023, the company achieved a 16% reduction in these emissions compared to the 2019 baseline. Additionally, Nilfisk is committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 48% per unit of gross profit by 2030, based on a 2021 baseline. The company is also targeting a long-term goal of achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2040, with interim targets of a 50.5% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 and a 90% reduction by 2040. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Nilfisk's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 17,106,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 9,999,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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