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Verified June 2026 2023CommittedESG & Sustainability Profile
Caterpillar Inc. is a multinational company in the manufacturing of heavy machinery and equipment, with a strong focus on sustainability through the development of fuel-efficient machines and green technologies. The company’s ESG rating reflects its commitment to reducing carbon emissions, improving energy efficiency, and promoting sustainable mining and construction practices. However, Caterpillar faces scrutiny over its environmental impact related to the production of heavy equipment and its contribution to greenhouse gas emissions. Additionally, the company has been criticized for governance issues surrounding labor practices and supply chain transparency. Despite these challenges, Caterpillar continues to work on reducing its carbon footprint and advancing sustainable technologies....
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Covered by 3 ESG rating providers
Strong coverage
No public Net Zero target found
68% of Fortune 500 have targets
Consider science-based targets
72% of G7 companies have SBTi targets
Sustainability Commitments & Climate Targets
Caterpillar Inc ESG Rating Coverage - Sustainalytics & LSEG
Analyzed by both major ESG rating providers - verified
| Provider | Coverage | Details |
|---|---|---|
Morningstar Sustainalytics ESG Risk Ratings | Covered | |
LSEG (Refinitiv) ESG Scores & Data | Covered |
Coverage verified from 2 of 2 active providers.
ESG Rating Provider Coverage
MSCI ESG Ratings
Measures company exposure to industry-specific ESG risks and management of those risks relative to peers.
MSCI identifies the ESG risks most relevant to each industry, then scores companies on how well they manage those risks compared to peers. Ratings range from AAA (leader) to CCC (laggard) and are reviewed annually.
View on MSCIMorningstar Sustainalytics ESG Risk Ratings
Assesses the degree to which a company's economic value is at risk driven by ESG factors.
Sustainalytics measures unmanaged ESG risk — the gap between a company's total exposure to material ESG issues and how much of that exposure its management practices address. Lower scores indicate less unmanaged risk.
View on SustainalyticsLSEG (Refinitiv) ESG Scores
Evaluates company ESG performance based on publicly available, verifiable data across 630+ metrics.
LSEG scores companies across 630+ ESG data points drawn entirely from public disclosures — annual reports, sustainability filings, and regulatory submissions. Scores are weighted by industry materiality and benchmarked against sector peers.
View on LSEGCDPEnvironmental disclosure system for companies, cities, and statesCoverage status indicates whether publicly available ESG data from each provider has been identified for Caterpillar Inc. For official ratings and scores, visit provider websites directly.
Sustainability News & Updates
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ESG Solutions for Industrials
Rho Impact
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Sustainova
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Credibl ESG
Credible is an ESG data and insights platform that provides businesses with tools to manage and report their sustainability performance. By integrating with existing systems, Credible enables organizations to streamline data collection, analyze ESG metrics, and comply with regulatory requirements. Their focus on data accuracy and transparency helps businesses make informed decisions to improve their environmental, social, and governance impact.
KEY ESG
Key ESG provides advanced software solutions for managing and reporting ESG performance. Their platform enables businesses to track ESG metrics, improve transparency, and comply with regulatory standards. Key ESG helps companies streamline their sustainability efforts and make data-driven decisions that enhance their environmental, social, and governance impact.
Ecoskills
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Enablon
Enablon provides integrated software solutions for EHS, ESG, and operational excellence, helping businesses manage risk and compliance effectively.
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