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Elkem

Elkem ASA, a leading global provider of advanced materials, is headquartered in Norway and operates extensively across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Founded in 1904, Elkem has established itself as a key player in the silicon-based materials industry, focusing on areas such as silicones, silicon materials, and carbon solutions. The company is renowned for its innovative products, including high-performance silicones that cater to diverse applications in construction, automotive, and electronics. Elkem's commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology has positioned it as a market leader, with notable achievements in reducing carbon emissions and enhancing product efficiency. With a rich history and a forward-thinking approach, Elkem continues to drive advancements in materials science, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in various industries.

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37

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Sand and Clay Production industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

13

Industry Benchmark

Elkem's score of 37 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Elkem's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Elkem, headquartered in Norway, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,840,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 25,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 2,890,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 13,932,000 kg CO2e. The company has disclosed emissions data across all three scopes, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to tracking its carbon footprint. Elkem's emissions have fluctuated over the years, with significant totals reported in previous years, such as 11,600,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and 10,740,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022. The company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, indicating a potential area for future development in its sustainability strategy. Overall, Elkem's commitment to transparency in emissions reporting reflects its awareness of the importance of addressing climate change, although the absence of defined reduction targets suggests that further action may be necessary to align with industry standards and expectations for climate action.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
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0,000,000,000
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0,000,000,000
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0,000,000,000
Scope 3
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
00,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Elkem's primary industry is Sand and clay, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Elkem is headquartered in NO, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Elkem is not committed to any 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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