- Supply chain disruptions due to unforeseen events (natural disasters, global events)
- Component shortages due to supply and demand forces and rapid product life cycles
- Water stress in some operating locations
- Customer requirements for freshwater use
Kimball Electronics, Inc.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Kimball Electronics, Inc. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 197.2K tCO2e/year (Scope 1+2+3). By scope: Scope 1: 2.0K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 31.3K tCO2e/year (market-based); Scope 3: 197.2K 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
197.2K tCO2e/year (Scope 1+2+3)
2023
Water Usage
151.88 megaliters/year
2023
Waste
4.4K tons/year
2023
Energy Use
93.6M kWh/year
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| 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). | 2.0K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 31.3K tCO2e/year (market-based) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 197.2K tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 197.2K tCO2e/year (Scope 1+2+3) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- 36% scope 1+2 emissions reduction since 2019
- Composted nearly 100 pounds of coffee grounds at HQ
- Eliminated single-use plastic bottles from HQ vending machines and common areas
- 90%+ of waste beneficially used (recycling and energy recovery)
- Implemented reverse osmosis water recycling process in Thailand, conserving over two million gallons of water annually
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce Scope 1+2 emissions by 10% by 2025
- Reduce water usage by 20% by 2025
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve net zero emissions by 2050
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve net zero emissions by 2050
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
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