Celanese Corporation, a leading player in the chemicals nec industry, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1918, Celanese has established itself as a pioneer in the development of innovative materials and solutions, particularly in the fields of engineered materials and specialty chemicals.
The company’s core offerings include acetyl products, engineered polymers, and advanced materials, which are distinguished by their high performance and versatility. Celanese is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, positioning itself as a trusted partner in various sectors, including automotive, electronics, and healthcare. With a strong market presence and a history of significant milestones, Celanese continues to drive advancements in the chemical industry, making it a formidable force in the global market.
-11 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
Chemicals is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Chemicals industry has reduced its overall emissions by 6% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2029
Reported emissions
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Celanese's reported carbon emissions
Celanese, a US-based chemicals company, reported a total of approximately 99.1 million kg CO2e for Scope 1 emissions in 2026. For the same year, Scope 2 emissions were approximately 19.7 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were approximately 667.4 million kg CO2e. In 2024, Celanese reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 2.35 billion kg CO2e and market-based Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1.35 billion kg CO2e. The company has set near-term reduction targets for greenhouse gas (GHG) intensity. Specifically, Celanese aims for a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and market-based Scope 2 GHG intensity, measured in metric tons of CO2e per metric ton of product, by 2030, with a starting point in 2021. Celanese's climate commitments are also reflected in its reporting across various scopes. While Scope 3 emissions data is not fully disclosed for all years, the company has indicated "missing_data_points" for "scope_3/purchased_goods_and_services" in several reporting periods. The company's reporting for 2024 indicates a Scope 1 and 2 emission factor of approximately 0.36 kg CO2e per unit of revenue. In 2023, this factor was approximately 0.28 kg CO2e per unit of revenue, and in 2022, it was approximately 0.31 kg CO2e per unit of revenue. Emissions intensity data is available for prior years, with a Scope 1 and 2 intensity of approximately 3.08 billion kg CO2e in 2021 and approximately 3.46 billion kg CO2e in 2020.
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Celanese’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2030
30% reduction in Scope 1
30% Reduction in Scope 1 and Market-based Scope 2 Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Intensity (metric tons (MT) CO2e/MT)
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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