Master Thesis – Net-Zero Strategy & Carbon Management

At Toyota Material Handling Europe (TMHE), we create the technology that keeps the world moving. Diverse businesses across Europe depend on our logistics and material handling solutions. By pioneering technology such as automation, connectivity and productivity solutions, we create opportunities for our customers’ logistics operations to be as efficient as possible.

Background and purpose

How can an international industrial company turn ambitious climate targets into measurable progress?

TMHE has set science-based targets, validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across our value chain by fiscal year 2041, using fiscal year 2023 as our baseline.

Achieving these targets requires more than setting ambitions. We need reliable emissions data, effective decarbonisation measures and management approaches that support informed decisions across our operations and value chain.

The purpose of this thesis is to investigate a specific challenge within our net-zero programme and develop recommendations that support its continued development.

Thesis Description

You will work with one of three potential focus areas, with the final scope agreed together with your mentor:

Net-zero strategy and SBTi: Investigate how evolving science-based target standards could influence our approach to implementing and managing our net-zero commitments.Scope 2 decarbonisation: Explore approaches to reducing emissions associated with purchased energy and identify opportunities for improving our Scope 2 strategy.Scope 3 data management: Investigate how we can improve the quality, availability and management of emissions data across our value chain.

Combining academic research, relevant external examples and insights from our organisation, you will assess the selected challenge and develop evidence-based recommendations. Your findings should provide practical next steps that can support future decisions within TMHE's net-zero programme.

We are looking for one or two Master's students studying:

Sustainability Engineering and ManagementEnvironmental Engineering or Environmental ScienceIndustrial EcologyIndustrial Engineering and ManagementEnergy Systems or a related field

You have a strong interest in corporate sustainability, decarbonisation and how environmental analysis can support business decisions. You enjoy working analytically, can approach complex problems in a structured way and communicate your findings clearly in English.

Beneficial Skills (not Mandatory)

Knowledge of greenhouse gas accounting, including the GHG Protocol or Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions.Familiarity with climate targets, sustainability frameworks or environmental management.Experience with data analysis, environmental assessment or business case development.

At Toyota Material Handling Europe, you will contribute to a real sustainability challenge and gain insight into how an international industrial organisation works towards its climate targets. As a Master Thesis student, you will receive mentorship from experienced professionals who will guide you through your research journey.

We believe in a flexible work environment that allows you to balance both your professional and personal life. At TMHE, you will have the opportunity to build valuable skills, contribute to impactful projects and be part of a collaborative, diverse and welcoming workplace. You will also receive competitive compensation in two instalments: one when you start your work and the other upon successful completion of your thesis.

Time for you to make a MOVE!

Your application

A brief personal letterYour CVA recent transcript of records

For questions about the thesis, please contact your future mentor Filip Sehlin at [email protected]. Applications are reviewed continuously, and suitable candidates may be invited to interviews before the deadline.

Terms

Application: As soon as possible, or at the latest by the 30th of October 2026.Start date: During January 2027.Scope: 30 hp.Number of students: One or two.Flexible location: Linköping and Mjölby.