Benteler Sustainability Profile
Benteler International AG, headquartered in Germany, is a leading player in the automotive and industrial sectors. Founded in 1876, the company has evolved significantly, establishing a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia. Benteler is renowned for its innovative solutions in steel and aluminium products, as well as its comprehensive automotive components and systems. With a commitment to quality and sustainability, Benteler's core offerings include chassis, body, and engine components, which are designed to enhance vehicle performance and safety. The company has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in lightweight construction and electric vehicle technologies, positioning itself as a key partner for major automotive manufacturers. Benteler's dedication to innovation and excellence has solidified its reputation as a trusted leader in the industry.
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Industry Benchmark
Benteler's score of 64 is higher than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Benteler's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Benteler reported total emissions of approximately 482,951 kg CO2e, comprising 237,731 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 245,220 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, with a long-term goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. This commitment includes a target to eliminate 100% of Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2040. In 2023, Benteler's Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalled 643,733 kg CO2e, reflecting a 10% decrease from the previous year and a 22% reduction compared to 2019 levels. The company also aims to reduce its absolute Scope 3 emissions by 30% by 2030, with total Scope 3 emissions reported at approximately 27,664,386,000 kg CO2e in 2023. These targets and achievements underscore Benteler's commitment to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change, as outlined in their annual reports and sustainability documentation.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 333,817,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - |
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Benteler's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Benteler's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 2% last year and decreased by approximately 19% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 63% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Benteler's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Benteler has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
