Pfleiderer Sustainability Profile
Pfleiderer, officially known as Pfleiderer GmbH, is a leading manufacturer in the wood-based materials industry, headquartered in Germany. Established in 1894, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in innovation and sustainability throughout its history. With a strong presence in Europe, Pfleiderer operates major facilities across Germany and Poland, focusing on the production of high-quality engineered wood products. The company’s core offerings include laminate flooring, particleboard, and MDF, distinguished by their durability and aesthetic appeal. Pfleiderer is recognised for its commitment to sustainable practices, utilising eco-friendly materials and processes. As a prominent player in the market, Pfleiderer has garnered a reputation for excellence, consistently delivering innovative solutions that meet the diverse needs of the furniture and construction industries.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
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Pfleiderer's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Pfleiderer reported total carbon emissions of approximately 862,441,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 91,662,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at around 38,252,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled approximately 732,527,000 kg CO2e. This represents a decrease from 2023, when total emissions were about 915,516,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 87,225,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 47,669,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 780,622,000 kg CO2e. Pfleiderer has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The company is a current subsidiary of PCF GmbH, and emissions data is cascaded from the parent company, Pfleiderer Group Spólka Akcyjna, through a corporate family relationship. The company has made strides in sustainability, with approximately 87% of its total energy consumption sourced from renewable sources in 2024, up from 88% in 2023. Additionally, the share of post-consumer recycled wood in their wood mix was about 53.5% in 2024, indicating a commitment to sustainable materials. Overall, while Pfleiderer has shown a reduction in emissions, the absence of specific reduction targets highlights an area for potential improvement in their climate strategy.
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| 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 94,543,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 56,302,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,058,329,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Pfleiderer's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Pfleiderer has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
