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Atlas Copco Group

Atlas Copco Group, a leading global provider of sustainable productivity solutions, is headquartered in Sweden (SE) and operates across major regions including Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 1873, the company has established itself in the industrial sector, focusing on areas such as compressed air and gas equipment, vacuum solutions, and construction and mining tools. Renowned for its innovative core products and services, Atlas Copco stands out with its commitment to energy efficiency and sustainability. The company has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in automation and digitalisation, solidifying its market position as a trusted partner for various industries. With a rich history and a forward-thinking approach, Atlas Copco continues to drive progress in the industrial landscape.

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How does Atlas Copco Group'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.

49

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

25

Industry Benchmark

Atlas Copco Group's score of 49 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Atlas Copco Group's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Atlas Copco Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 250,640,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 86,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 142,000,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 250,528,000 kg CO2e. Notably, the emissions from the use of sold products accounted for about 244,618,000 kg CO2e, while purchased goods and services contributed approximately 3,764,000,000 kg CO2e. Atlas Copco has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 46% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, compared to a 2019 baseline. For Scope 3 emissions, the target is a 28% reduction by the same year. The company is also committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, aligning with the 1.5-degree warming trajectory. These initiatives reflect Atlas Copco's dedication to sustainability and its proactive approach to mitigating climate change impacts.

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Scope 1
21,000,000
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Scope 2
72,000,000
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Scope 3
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000,000,000
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000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Atlas Copco Group's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Atlas Copco Group is in SE, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Atlas Copco Group is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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