Actions and resources (E1-3)
This section outlines our current actions and the resources allocated for implementation. Action prioritization follows our internal CO₂e Emissions Reduction Hierarchy, which emphasizes avoiding emissions before reducing or replacing them, with “re-thinking” and optimization as preferred approaches.
Our decarbonization levers and key actions to achieve the 2030 climate goals are presented in Transition plan for climate change mitigation. CO2e savings from implemented actions are reflected in the progress of our key metrics and commented below.
CO2e emissions from operations (Scope 1 and 2)
CO2e emissions from operations include emissions from on-site facilities and from company vehicles. In 2025, about 67% of emissions came from on-site facilities and 33% from company vehicles.
Since our base year 2019, CO2e emissions have decreased 44%, which demonstrates that we are on track to reach our 2030 goal. The reduction is mainly explained by our energy-efficiency program, launched in 2019, which continued also in 2025. This program involves investments in renewable energy as well as in energy efficiency. In 2025, 24% of our production facilities had solar panels installed. Our recently launched company vehicle program aimed at reducing CO2e emissions from our company vehicles, also continued throughout the year. In 2025, CO2e emissions were maintained at the same level as in 2024, since above mentioned activities corresponded to the increased emissions from acquired companies.
Our energy efficiency program has resulted in OpEx and CapEx in renewable energy including solar panel installations, renewable electricity and fuels, as well as in energy efficiency in buildings and processes. To reach our 2030 goal, further OpEx and CapEx especially within our energy efficiency program and for the transfer to hybrid or electric service cars will be needed. See more details on OpEx and CapEx in EU Taxonomy and more about funding and investment in Investments and funding supporting our transition plan.
CO2e emissions from purchased goods and services (Scope 3)
CO2e emissions from purchased goods and services include the embodied upstream CO2e emissions from our suppliers. Our top emitting categories are raw material, weldments, hydraulics and powertrains. In 2025, CO2e emissions increased by 3%, mainly explained by increased purchased spend and currency effects. During the year, actions included supplier improvement plans, switching to less carbon-intensive steel suppliers and engaging suppliers to explore recycled, reused and low-emission materials.
Since our base year 2019, CO2e emissions have increased by 12%, mainly explained by several factors such as increased spend, currency effects and inflation, due to our spend-based methodology. Despite the limitations of spend-based methodology, it has helped us understand what supplier emissions to prioritize and to define our decarbonization levers and key actions to reach our 2030 goal. A sourcing champion at each division supports the implementation of the transition plan, guided by Sourcing’s own carbon price guideline and tools. Read more about our work to improve data in Metrics and targets.
Since 2024 we have communicated the expectation for suppliers to commit to the Paris Agreement goals and actively work to reduce their emissions. We gather input on their plans and monitor whether they have aligned with the Paris Agreement goals. Preference is given to those engaged in the SBTi.
To reach our 2030 goal, further OpEx will be required, driven by increased spending on less carbon‑intensive steel and recycled materials.
CO2e emissions from transport (Scope 3)
CO2e emissions from transport include emissions from upstream and downstream third-party transports throughout the supply chain from first tier supplier to end customer. During the year, key actions included transport mode shift from air to sea freight for some routes and the purchase of renewable fuels. However, in 2025, CO2e emissions increased by 10%, mainly explained by higher use of air freight, and new transport routes due to tariffs and global trading constraints.
Since our base year 2019, CO2e emissions have decreased by 24%, which demonstrates that we are on our way but not fully on track to reach our 2030 goal. The reduction is mainly explained by the shift from air to sea freight, established regional distribution centers, reduced freight, and the improved availability of parts and consumables, reducing the need for transportation.
There was some OpEx this year related to the pilot of purchasing renewable fuels for air and sea freight. Several of the other actions in 2025 were optimization measures and resulted in cost savings. To reach our 2030 goal, further CapEx and OpEx especially in transport efficiency measures and/or transport mode and fuel switch will be needed.
CO2e emissions from use of sold products (Scope 3)
The use phase of our products accounts for over 80% of our value chain CO2e emissions. We have a clear ambition to help our customers by providing multiple solutions, such as automation, electrification and service, to support them in their efforts to achieve their CO2e emissions reduction targets, see illustration on page Success based on sustainability and a strong corporate culture. All our underground drill rigs are powered by electricity during drilling operations. For surface operations, our range of electric and energy-efficient drill rigs significantly reduces CO2e emissions and fuel consumption. Battery technology and cable-connected equipment are two important solutions that enable zero-emissions operations, provided renewable energy is available.
During the year, key actions included research and development and customer engagement contributing to electrification and energy efficiency of our machines.
- We launched the Scooptram ST10 G, our smallest battery-electric underground loader, designed for narrow drifts. With a 10-tonne payload, up to four hours of runtime per charge, and CCS-standard opportunity charging, it combines flexibility with safety.
- The diesel-electric Minetruck MT66 S eDrive was introduced to the Australian market and tested with Gold Fields. This innovation delivers up to 11% higher ramp speed and 7% lower fuel consumption, combining the cost-effectiveness of diesel with electric performance.
- We expanded our partnership with Jama, adding battery-electric scalers to our portfolio.
- We introduced the Pit Viper 271 XC E, Pit Viper 275 XC E, and Pit Viper 291 E blasthole drill rigs. With these releases we now provide electric alternatives for each drill in the Pit Viper series.
In 2025 we also secured the largest autonomous and electric fleet order in Epiroc’s history.
We aim to offer a full range of emissions-free products by 2030. These are products that do not emit exhaust gas or other pollution from the onboard source of power, also referred to as zero tailpipe emissions, and that are direct alternatives to fossil-fuel-powered products and include battery-electric, cable-electric and trolley-electric solutions. At year end we reached 43% (42) reflecting current market demand. For more information on electrification, see Electrification.
In 2025, CO2e emissions decreased by 5%, mainly explained by a more favorable product mix. Since our base year 2019, CO2e emissions have decreased by 6%, which demonstrates that we are currently not on track to reach our 2030 climate goal. Our 2030 climate goals was originally based on expectations of a faster shift to a low carbon economy, but the transition has progressed more slowly than anticipated. The reduction compared to base year is mainly explained by lower sales volumes compared to the exceptionally strong 2019 base year, along with a higher share of electrified products and energy-efficiency improvements. However, potential reductions from customers using renewable electricity or renewable fuels have not yet been reflected in the data.
Fossil-fuel dependency is likely to continue in our sector for some time, but a gradual shift to renewable fuels and increased demand for low- and zero-emissions equipment are expected in the coming years. While access to renewable electricity and fuel is currently a challenge for customers in many countries, we expect this to become less challenging over the long term. We develop tailor-made solutions for customers facing electricity supply challenges, particularly for their electric infrastructure and optimizing energy management for battery electric vehicles.
Not all energy and CO2e emissions reduction improvements involve electrification. One way is to enable the use of renewable fuels in existing machines. Several surface drill rigs produced from 2023, along with underground drill rigs, mine trucks and loaders and utility vehicles produced from 2022, have been verified to be compatible with HVO renewable diesel, and/or available as electric versions. These advancements significantly reduce greenhouse gases, particulates and other harmful substances. We have started to deliver machines filled up with HVO renewable diesel to encourage customers to transition from diesel to renewable fuels.
To achieve our 2030 goal, further OpEx and CapEx especially related to improving product energy efficiency and expanding our product offering with emissions-free alternatives will be required. During the year, a notable portion of R&D expenses was associated with the development of other low-carbon technologies and enhanced energy performance. See more in our reporting on eligible OpEx under the EU Taxonomy. However, the EU Taxonomy reporting does not provide a complete picture, as certain activities—such as aftermarket services and energy efficiency measures in diesel-driven equipment—are not included.