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Altana

Altana, officially known as Altana AG, is a leading innovator in the field of advanced materials and digital solutions, headquartered in Germany. Founded in 1977, the company has established a strong presence in Europe and North America, focusing on the development of high-performance materials for various industries, including automotive, aerospace, and electronics. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, Altana offers a diverse range of products, including specialty chemicals and digital services that enhance manufacturing processes. Their unique approach combines cutting-edge technology with a deep understanding of customer needs, positioning them as a key player in the global market. Notable achievements include significant advancements in eco-friendly materials, reinforcing Altana's reputation as a forward-thinking leader in the industry.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Altana's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

39

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Chemicals 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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Altana's score of 39 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Altana's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, ALTANA AG reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 87,294,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2 sources combined. This includes about 87,294,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and approximately 635,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based). In 2023, the company emitted about 76,393,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and approximately 1,377,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, indicating a significant increase in emissions in 2024. ALTANA has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50.4% by 2032, using 2021 as the base year. Additionally, ALTANA plans to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions by 30% within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2040 and a similar 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2050. Starting in 2025, ALTANA intends to voluntarily offset as many CO2 equivalents as it generates across Scope 1, Scope 2, and selected categories of Scope 3 emissions. These commitments reflect the company's dedication to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change within the chemicals sector.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
123,600,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
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0,000,000
000,000
Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Altana's primary industry is Chemicals nec, 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. This request for Altana is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Altana is participating in some 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
Reduction Actions

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