Etex
Etex, officially known as Etex Group, is a leading global player in the building materials industry, headquartered in Belgium. Founded in 1905, the company has established a strong presence across Europe, Latin America, Africa, and Asia, focusing on innovative solutions for construction and renovation. Etex is renowned for its diverse range of products, including lightweight building materials, roofing systems, and fire protection solutions. What sets Etex apart is its commitment to sustainability and innovation, ensuring that their offerings not only meet but exceed industry standards. With a robust market position, Etex has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for its eco-friendly initiatives and cutting-edge technologies. The company continues to drive advancements in the construction sector, making it a trusted partner for builders and architects worldwide.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Etex's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Etex's score of 35 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Etex's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Etex reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,870,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 870,447,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 148,471,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and about 2,658,553,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marked an increase in emissions compared to previous years, reflecting the company's ongoing challenges in reducing its carbon footprint. Etex has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 35% reduction in absolute CO2 emissions (Scopes 1 and 2) by 2030, using 2018 as a baseline. As of now, they have achieved a 22.8% reduction in these scopes, demonstrating significant progress towards their target. Furthermore, Etex is committed to reaching net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, aligning with global climate goals. The company’s emissions intensity for 2023 was approximately 137 kg CO2e per tonne of sellable finished goods produced, indicating a focus on improving efficiency in their operations. Etex's climate strategy reflects a commitment to sustainability within the building products sector, with ongoing efforts to enhance their environmental performance.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 782,634,110 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 157,764,580 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Etex is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
