Novozymes
Novozymes A/S, a global leader in biotechnology, is headquartered in Denmark (DK) and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 1925, the company has established itself as a pioneer in enzyme and microbial technology, serving diverse industries such as agriculture, bioenergy, food and beverages, and household care. With a commitment to sustainability, Novozymes offers innovative solutions that enhance efficiency and reduce environmental impact. Their core products, including enzymes and microorganisms, are designed to optimise processes in various applications, setting them apart in the market. Recognised for their significant contributions to sustainable practices, Novozymes continues to hold a strong market position, driving advancements in biotechnology and maintaining a focus on creating value for customers and society alike.
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Novozymes's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Novozymes reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,588,097,000 kg CO2e. This includes 93,549,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 88,605,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and a significant 1,405,943,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown includes 20,817,000 kg CO2e from business travel and 1,139,146,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services. In 2023, the company’s total emissions were about 787,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 40,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 103,000,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for that year were approximately 644,000,000 kg CO2e. Novozymes has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 75% by 2030 and by 90% by 2050, both from a 2018 baseline. Additionally, the company is committed to achieving net-zero GHG emissions across its operations and value chain by 2050. For Scope 3 emissions, Novozymes targets a 35% reduction by 2030 and a 90% reduction by 2050, also from a 2018 baseline. The company is on track to increase its annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 37% in 2018 to 100% by 2025, further supporting its sustainability goals. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Novozymes's commitment to addressing climate change effectively.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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