Tennant
Tennant Company, commonly referred to as Tennant, is a leading manufacturer of cleaning equipment headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1870, Tennant has established itself as a pioneer in the cleaning industry, with a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia. The company is renowned for its innovative floor cleaning solutions, including scrubbers, sweepers, and outdoor cleaning equipment, which are designed to enhance productivity and sustainability. Tennant's commitment to advanced technology is evident in its eco-friendly products, such as the T300 and T500 series, which utilise cutting-edge features for efficient cleaning. With a focus on quality and performance, Tennant has garnered a reputation for excellence, earning numerous industry awards and maintaining a significant market position. The company's dedication to customer satisfaction and continuous improvement solidifies its status as a trusted leader in the cleaning equipment sector.
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Tennant's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Tennant Company reported total carbon emissions of approximately 696,710,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes 21,802,100 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 837,400 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 696,710,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompass categories such as the use of sold products (473,784,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (148,202,000 kg CO2e). Tennant has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 45% by 2030 from a 2021 baseline, and to achieve a 90% reduction by 2040. Additionally, the company targets a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and the use of sold products by 2040. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect a commitment to net-zero emissions across the value chain by 2040. In terms of recent achievements, Tennant successfully reduced its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 1.7% from 2021 to 2022. The company is on track to meet its near-term targets, which are classified under the 1.5°C pathway, demonstrating a proactive approach to climate action within the electrical equipment and machinery sector.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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