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Sgl Carbon

SGL Carbon SE, commonly referred to as SGL Carbon, is a leading global manufacturer of carbon-based products and solutions, headquartered in Germany. Established in 1992, the company has made significant strides in the carbon and graphite industry, serving diverse sectors such as automotive, aerospace, and energy. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, SGL Carbon offers a wide range of innovative products, including carbon fibres, graphite electrodes, and composite materials. These offerings are distinguished by their high performance and sustainability, catering to the growing demand for advanced materials. Recognised for its commitment to quality and innovation, SGL Carbon has positioned itself as a key player in the market, achieving notable milestones in research and development. The company continues to drive advancements in carbon technology, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted partner in various industrial applications.

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46

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other Services 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Sgl Carbon's score of 46 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Sgl Carbon's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, SGL Carbon reported total carbon emissions of approximately 367,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 79,100,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 216,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 367,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The total emissions from Scope 1 and 2 combined were about 295,000,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, the company recorded total emissions of around 399,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 86,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 240,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions also at 399,000,000 kg CO2e. The total for Scope 1 and 2 was approximately 326,000,000 kg CO2e. SGL Carbon has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. However, they have consistently reported their emissions across all relevant scopes, indicating a commitment to transparency in their sustainability efforts. The company continues to monitor and report its carbon footprint, aligning with industry standards for climate accountability.

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Scope 1
77,000,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
241,000,000
000,000,000
0,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
-
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sgl Carbon's primary industry is Other services (93), which is very low 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. This request for Sgl Carbon is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Sgl Carbon 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.

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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