Daimler
Daimler AG, a global leader in the automotive industry, is headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany. Founded in 1890, the company has a rich history marked by innovation and excellence, particularly in the luxury vehicle segment. Daimler operates primarily in Europe, North America, and Asia, with its renowned Mercedes-Benz and Mercedes-AMG brands at the forefront of its offerings. The company is celebrated for its premium cars, trucks, and buses, distinguished by cutting-edge technology and superior engineering. Daimler's commitment to sustainability and electric mobility positions it as a forward-thinking player in the automotive landscape. With numerous accolades for safety and performance, Daimler AG continues to solidify its market position as a pioneer in the automotive sector, consistently pushing the boundaries of design and functionality.
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Daimler's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Daimler's total carbon emissions reached approximately 129.6 billion kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 600 million kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 1 billion kg CO2e (location-based). The majority of emissions stemmed from Scope 3, amounting to around 128.9 billion kg CO2e, which includes categories such as the use of sold products (approximately 97 billion kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (about 21.9 billion kg CO2e). Daimler has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030 compared to 2018 levels. This target has already been achieved for the reporting year. Furthermore, the company plans to reduce CO2 emissions in its production plants by 80% by 2030, relative to the same baseline year. In a long-term commitment, Daimler aims for a net carbon-neutral new vehicle fleet by 2039, encompassing all scopes of emissions. Daimler's climate initiatives are supported by its participation in the Climate Pledge, which underscores its commitment to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint across the entire value chain.
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| 1994 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 541,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,895,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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