Arxada
Arxada, formerly known as Lonza Specialty Ingredients, is a leading global provider of innovative solutions in the specialty chemicals industry. Headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, the company operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia, serving diverse markets such as agriculture, consumer goods, and industrial applications. Founded in 2021, Arxada has quickly established itself as a key player, focusing on sustainable and high-performance products. The company’s core offerings include antimicrobial solutions, performance chemicals, and surface protection technologies, all designed to enhance product longevity and safety. Arxada's commitment to sustainability and innovation sets it apart in a competitive landscape, earning recognition for its environmentally friendly practices. With a strong market position and a dedication to quality, Arxada continues to drive advancements in the specialty chemicals sector.
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Arxada's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Arxada reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 2.98 million tonnes CO2e. This figure includes 190,865 tonnes CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 155,446 tonnes CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and a significant 1.47 million tonnes CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Comparatively, in 2022, Arxada's total emissions were about 3.06 million tonnes CO2e, with Scope 1 at 181,138 tonnes CO2e, Scope 2 at 163,052 tonnes CO2e, and Scope 3 at 4.17 million tonnes CO2e. The 2021 data shows total emissions of around 2.55 million tonnes CO2e, with Scope 1 at 658,222 tonnes CO2e, Scope 2 at 168,216 tonnes CO2e, and Scope 3 at 4.44 million tonnes CO2e. Arxada has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 50% and Scope 3 emissions by 28% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Long-term, Arxada aims for a 90% reduction in absolute emissions across all scopes by 2050. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C.
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Add to project2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 658,222,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 168,216,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 4,441,695,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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