Krones
Krones AG, headquartered in Germany, is a leading player in the beverage and liquid food industry, renowned for its innovative solutions in packaging and production technology. Founded in 1951, Krones has established itself as a pioneer, consistently advancing its offerings to meet the evolving needs of its global clientele. With a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and the Americas, Krones excels in providing comprehensive systems for bottling, filling, and packaging. Their core products include state-of-the-art machinery and software solutions that enhance efficiency and sustainability in production processes. Krones is distinguished by its commitment to quality and innovation, making it a trusted partner for major brands worldwide. Recognised for its market leadership, Krones has achieved numerous accolades for its technological advancements and sustainable practices, solidifying its position as a frontrunner in the industry.
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Krones's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Krones AG reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 9,831,590,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 20,887,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 5,564,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant Scope 3 contribution of about 9,805,138,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2040, which corresponds to a 90% absolute reduction in emissions from 2019 levels. For the previous year, 2023, Krones reported total emissions of about 6,799,135,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 15,866,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 8,432,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 6,774,837,000 kg CO2e. Krones has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 80% by 2030, and Scope 3 emissions by 30% within the same timeframe. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support the global effort to limit warming to 1.5°C. The company’s commitment to sustainability is further underscored by its long-term goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2040, which encompasses all scopes of emissions. Krones AG's climate strategy reflects a proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint across its entire value chain.
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| 2010 | 2011 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 12,395,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 24,238,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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