Tennant
Tennant Company, commonly referred to as Tennant, is a leading manufacturer of cleaning equipment headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1870, Tennant has established itself as a pioneer in the cleaning industry, with a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia. The company is renowned for its innovative floor cleaning solutions, including scrubbers, sweepers, and outdoor cleaning equipment, which are designed to enhance productivity and sustainability. Tennant's commitment to advanced technology is evident in its eco-friendly products, such as the T300 and T500 series, which utilise cutting-edge features for efficient cleaning. With a focus on quality and performance, Tennant has garnered a reputation for excellence, earning numerous industry awards and maintaining a significant market position. The company's dedication to customer satisfaction and continuous improvement solidifies its status as a trusted leader in the cleaning equipment sector.
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Tennant's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Tennant Company reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 719,349,000 kg CO2e. This includes 21,802,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 837,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 696,710,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which primarily arise from the use of sold products and purchased goods and services. Tennant has made notable commitments to reduce its carbon footprint. The company achieved a reduction of about 1.7% in its Scope 1 and 2 emissions from a 2021 baseline by the end of 2022. Looking ahead, Tennant aims to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 45% by 2030 and by 90% by 2040, both from a 2021 base year. Additionally, the company has set a target to cut its Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and the use of sold products by 90% by 2040. These commitments align with industry standards for climate action, as Tennant is a participant in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which validates its targets as consistent with the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The company is on track to meet its near-term targets and is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2040.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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