Johnson Controls has released its 2025 Sustainability Report, emphasizing the role of buildings in achieving global climate goals. The report details achievements in emissions reduction, energy efficiency, and customer collaborations that support decarbonization and cost savings.
Buildings contribute to nearly 40% of global carbon emissions, positioning them as key targets for climate action. Johnson Controls reports a 48% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 20% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products, surpassing its 2025 goals. These gains are credited to innovations in building electrification, digitalization, and energy efficiency.
A key focus is the company’s OpenBlue digital platform, which enables real-time energy optimization. For instance, Standard Chartered Bank used OpenBlue across Asia Pacific to achieve 10–12% energy savings, resulting in over $250,000 in savings within six months.
The company’s performance contracting model also supports energy upgrades without upfront capital. A case in point is the West Plains Housing Authority in Missouri, where Johnson Controls is modernizing 273 housing units. The project is expected to cut carbon emissions by 32%, water use by 40%, and generate nearly $200,000 in annual savings.
Johnson Controls also showcased its impact at global events such as the 2024 Paris Olympics. Its technologies helped reduce the event’s carbon footprint by 54.6% compared to previous Games. Two YORK 3.3 MW chillers installed at the La Chapelle plant delivered three times higher energy efficiency than conventional systems.
“We are truly on the cusp of a new era where strategic sustainability drives commercial and competitive advantage,” said George Oliver, Chairman and CEO, and Katie McGinty, Vice President and Chief Sustainability and External Relations Officer, in a joint statement.
To date, the company has helped customers avoid 41 million metric tons of CO₂e emissions and delivered nearly $9 billion in energy and operational savings through its technology and services.
“With data and state-of-the-art technology, we can turn buildings from one of the greatest climate challenges into one of the biggest climate solutions,” said George Oliver, Chairman and CEO.
Technical Highlights:
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OpenBlue enabled over 72,000 metric tons of avoided CO₂e emissions in 2024.
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YORK YMC2 centrifugal chillers exceed ASHRAE 90.1 by up to 40%.
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Sabroe chillers use ammonia refrigerants with zero GWP.
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Scope 3 emissions reduced 20% from 2017 baseline; 2024 R&D allocation to climate-related innovation reached 88%.
Sustainability Metrics (2017–2024):
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56% reduction in GHG intensity
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28% reduction in energy intensity
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56% of electricity matched with renewables globally
The full Johnson Controls 2025 Sustainability Report is available online for more detailed insights.