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Bayer

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Bayer AG, a global leader in the life sciences sector, is headquartered in Leverkusen, Germany. Founded in 1863, Bayer has established itself as a prominent player in the pharmaceutical, consumer health, and agricultural industries. The company operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia, providing innovative solutions that enhance health and nutrition. Bayer's core offerings include prescription medications, over-the-counter products, and crop science solutions, distinguished by their commitment to research and development. Notable achievements include the development of groundbreaking treatments and sustainable agricultural practices, positioning Bayer as a trusted name in health and agriculture. With a strong market presence and a dedication to improving lives, Bayer continues to drive advancements that benefit society globally.

DitchCarbon Score

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74

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.

19

Industry Benchmark

Bayer's score of 74 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Bayer's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Bayer reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 11,340,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 1,880,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 1,080,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions reaching around 7,700,000,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 12,200,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 1,890,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 1,120,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 at around 9,180,000,000 kg CO2e. Bayer has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. Specifically, the company targets a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2029, relative to a 2019 baseline. Additionally, Bayer aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 12% within the same timeframe. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Bayer's commitment to sustainability and climate action. Bayer's near-term goals include achieving carbon neutrality at all its sites (Scope 1 and 2) by 2030, with a 20% reduction in emissions by 2024 compared to 2019 levels. The company also aims to enable its farming customers to reduce greenhouse gas emissions per kilogram of crop produced by 30% by 2030. Overall, Bayer's comprehensive approach to reducing carbon emissions demonstrates its commitment to addressing climate change and promoting sustainable practices within its operations and supply chain.

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Scope 2
3,570,000,000
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Scope 3
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0,000,000,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Bayer's primary industry is Chemicals nec, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Bayer is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Bayer 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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