Orion
Orion Carbons, headquartered in Luxembourg (LU), is a leading player in the carbon materials industry, specialising in high-quality carbon products for various applications. Founded in 2005, the company has established a strong presence in Europe and beyond, focusing on innovative solutions that cater to the needs of diverse sectors, including energy, electronics, and manufacturing. Orion Carbons is renowned for its unique range of carbon-based materials, which are designed to enhance performance and sustainability. The company’s commitment to research and development has led to significant advancements in product quality and efficiency, positioning it as a trusted partner in the market. With a reputation for excellence and a dedication to customer satisfaction, Orion Carbons continues to achieve notable milestones, solidifying its status as a key player in the global carbon materials landscape.
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Orion's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Orion reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3.5 billion kg CO2e, comprising 2.2 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 1.3 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, with no reported Scope 2 emissions. This marks a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions from 2022, where they were about 2.3 billion kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions also saw a reduction from 1.4 billion kg CO2e in the previous year. Orion has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for an 8% reduction in Normalised Scope 1 GHG emissions intensity by 2029, using 2014 as the base year. Additionally, the company is targeting a 30% reduction in CO2 emissions from outbound freight by 2029, with 2019 as the baseline year. These initiatives reflect Orion's commitment to improving its environmental performance and reducing its carbon footprint in line with industry standards. Overall, Orion's emissions data and reduction commitments highlight its proactive approach to addressing climate change while maintaining operational efficiency.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,727,716,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Orion is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
