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 2,200,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 1,300,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, with no emissions recorded for Scope 2. This reflects a commitment to reducing their carbon footprint, particularly in Scope 1 emissions, which have been a focus of their sustainability initiatives. Orion has set significant reduction targets, aiming for an 8% decrease in the intensity of their normalized Scope 1 GHG emissions by 2029, using 2014 as the base year. Additionally, they are targeting a 30% reduction in CO2 emissions from outbound freight by 2029, with 2019 as the baseline year. These initiatives demonstrate Orion's commitment to improving their environmental performance and addressing climate change. Over the years, Orion's emissions have fluctuated, with Scope 1 emissions peaking at approximately 2,613,131,000 kg CO2e in 2017 and gradually decreasing to the current levels. The company continues to disclose emissions data across all relevant scopes, showcasing transparency in their climate commitments.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,613,131,000 | 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 | 196,626,000 | 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.
