Hilti Aktiengesellschaft, commonly known as Hilti, is a leading global provider of innovative tools, technologies, and services for the construction and building maintenance industries. Headquartered in Liechtenstein (LI), Hilti operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia, serving a diverse clientele with a focus on enhancing productivity and safety on job sites. Founded in 1941, Hilti has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of groundbreaking products that set industry standards. The company is renowned for its high-quality power tools, fastening systems, and software solutions, which are designed to meet the rigorous demands of professionals in construction and engineering. With a strong commitment to research and development, Hilti maintains a competitive edge, solidifying its position as a trusted partner in the construction sector.
How does Hilti Aktiengesellschaft's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Hilti Aktiengesellschaft's score of 45 is higher than 71% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Hilti Aktiengesellschaft, headquartered in Liechtenstein, has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. Although specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year is not available, the company has established significant reduction targets based on a 2022 baseline. Hilti aims to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 50.4% by 2032. Additionally, the company is committed to sourcing 100% renewable electricity annually through 2030. For Scope 3 emissions, which encompass a wide range of indirect emissions from purchased goods and services, business travel, and product use, Hilti targets a reduction of about 30% by 2032. Long-term goals include a substantial reduction of 90% in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050, alongside a similar 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support global efforts to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C. Hilti's proactive approach to sustainability reflects its commitment to environmental responsibility and positions the company as a leader in the electrical equipment and machinery sector.
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