- High transition costs for LED lighting at some sites.
- Lack of infrastructure for wood recycling at some remote locations.
- Evolving cybersecurity risks.
Columbus McKinnon Corporation
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023-04-01 to 2024-03-31 reporting, Columbus McKinnon Corporation disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 1.4M tCO2e/year. By scope: Scope 1: 7.4K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 14.8K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 1.4M tCO2e/year. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
1.4M tCO2e/year
2023-04-01 to 2024-03-31
Renewable Energy
0.84%
of total energy
Water Usage
85.5K m3/year
2023-04-01 to 2024-03-31
Waste
7.6K tons/year
2023-04-01 to 2024-03-31
Energy Use
79.2K MWh/year
2023-04-01 to 2024-03-31
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023-04-01 to 2024-03-31)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 7.4K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 14.8K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 1.4M tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced total emissions per revenue dollar by 7% from FY23 and 41% since FY21 despite business growth.
- Achieved 88% recycling of non-reusable wood and 100% recycling of non-reusable cardboard at manufacturing and warehouse sites.
- Improved energy efficiency of facilities through projects such as energy-efficient windows, new heating systems, and better insulation.
- montratec received ISO 14001 certification.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
📅 Medium-term
- Continue investing in Scope 1 & 2 emission reduction initiatives.
🔭 Long-term
- Public disclosure of Scope 3 emission reduction targets and an emissions roadmap.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Business ConductEconomic PerformanceMarket PresenceEnterprise Risk ManagementCybersecurityProcurement PracticesMaterialsPeople & Social ImpactCustomers & End UsersEmploymentOccupational Health and SafetySuccession & People DevelopmentWorkers in the Value ChainLabor/Management RelationsDiversity & Equal OpportunityLocal CommunitiesPlanetClimate Change/EmissionsWaste & PollutionEnergy