Wacker Neuson
Wacker Neuson SE, a leading name in the construction equipment industry, is headquartered in Munich, Germany. Founded in 1848, the company has established a strong presence across Europe, North America, and Asia, specialising in compact and light construction equipment. Wacker Neuson is renowned for its innovative products, including vibratory plates, concrete technology, and excavators, which are designed to enhance efficiency and performance on job sites. With a commitment to quality and sustainability, Wacker Neuson has achieved significant milestones, such as expanding its product range and enhancing its global distribution network. The company is recognised for its market leadership in compact equipment, consistently delivering solutions that meet the evolving needs of construction professionals. Wacker Neuson’s dedication to innovation and customer satisfaction solidifies its position as a trusted partner in the construction sector.
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Wacker Neuson's score of 12 is lower than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Wacker Neuson's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Wacker Neuson reported total carbon emissions of approximately 18,740,000 kg CO2e. This figure represents a slight increase from 2021, when emissions were about 18,162,000 kg CO2e. The company has disclosed emissions data for Scope 1 and Scope 2, with Scope 1 emissions in 2022 not specified, while Scope 2 emissions were not reported in detail. Looking at previous years, in 2019, Wacker Neuson's total emissions were approximately 37,745,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 16,590,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 21,154,000 kg CO2e. In 2018, the total emissions were about 37,037,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 16,227,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 20,810,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Wacker Neuson has not set specific reduction targets or made formal climate pledges, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments. The company’s emissions intensity has shown a downward trend, with a reported intensity of 0.00832 in 2022, down from 0.00973 in 2021, suggesting efforts to improve efficiency relative to revenue. Overall, while Wacker Neuson has made strides in reducing emissions intensity, the lack of defined reduction targets highlights the need for a more structured approach to climate commitments moving forward.
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Add to project| 2018 | 2019 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 16,227,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 20,810,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - |
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Wacker Neuson is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
