Wabtec Corporation, a leading player in the rubber and plastic products industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1999, Wabtec has established itself as a key provider of innovative solutions across various sectors, including transportation and industrial applications. The company is renowned for its advanced manufacturing capabilities and commitment to sustainability, offering a diverse range of core products such as braking systems, couplers, and other essential components for rail and transit systems.
With a strong presence in North America and expanding operations globally, Wabtec has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that enhance its market position. The company's focus on quality and technological advancement sets it apart, making Wabtec a trusted partner in the rubber and plastic products sector.
+9 vs industry average
Wabtec’s score of 31 is higher than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Rubber and Plastic Products has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Rubber and Plastic Products industry has reduced its overall emissions by 30% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Wabtec's reported carbon emissions
Wabtec, a US-based company operating in the Rubber and plastic products (25) industry, reported approximately 54.38 billion kg CO2e in total emissions for the year 2024. This figure encompasses Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions.
Emissions Breakdown for 2024:
- Scope 1: Approximately 139.07 million kg CO2e
- Scope 2: Approximately 104.82 million kg CO2e (market-based)
- Scope 3: Approximately 54.01 billion kg CO2e. The largest contributors within Scope 3 were the use of sold products (approximately 52.44 billion kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (approximately 1.22 billion kg CO2e).
Climate Commitments and Targets:
Wabtec has set a significant near-term climate commitment: to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 50% by 2030, using a 2019 baseline. This target is an absolute emissions goal. The company is also exploring initiatives to enable 100% biofuel capability for new and modernized freight locomotives globally by 2030.
Historical Emissions Data:
- In 2022, total emissions were approximately 50.36 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalling about 235.24 million kg CO2e.
- For 2021, Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 238.78 million kg CO2e.
- In 2020, Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalled approximately 384.48 million kg CO2e.
- In 2019, Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 365 million kg CO2e.
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Wabtec’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
4 goals2030
100% reduction in Scope 2
New and modernized high-HP3 freight locomotives capable of 100% biofuel (B20/R80) in North America 2026 2027 2030 Low-HP modernizations to…
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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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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