Climeworks Sustainability Profile
Climeworks AG, a pioneering leader in direct air capture technology, is headquartered in Switzerland (CH) and operates across various regions in Europe and North America. Founded in 2009, the company has made significant strides in the carbon removal industry, positioning itself at the forefront of climate innovation. Climeworks offers unique carbon capture solutions that enable businesses and individuals to remove CO2 from the atmosphere, contributing to global climate goals. Their flagship products, including modular CO2 collectors, stand out for their efficiency and scalability. With a commitment to sustainability, Climeworks has achieved notable milestones, such as securing partnerships with major corporations and expanding its operational capacity. As a result, the company is recognised as a key player in the transition to a carbon-neutral future, driving advancements in environmental technology.
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Climeworks's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Climeworks reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,336,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 5,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, primarily from mobile combustion, and a significant 4,331,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major contributions from purchased goods and services (2,413,000 kg CO2e) and business travel (1,502,000 kg CO2e). In 2023, Climeworks' total emissions were about 1,700,000 kg CO2e, with no Scope 1 emissions and all emissions falling under Scope 3. The 2022 emissions were reported at approximately 1,077,000 kg CO2e, again entirely from Scope 3, with a small contribution from Scope 2 (2,000 kg CO2e). Climeworks has committed to achieving net-zero corporate emissions across all scopes (1-3) by 2030, a target set in 2023. This commitment is part of their broader climate strategy, which includes signing the Amazon Climate Pledge in April 2025. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that Climeworks is independently reporting its emissions and climate commitments.
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| 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 0,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,000 | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 1,077,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Climeworks's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Climeworks's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 155% last year and increased by approximately 302% since 2022, 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 "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 56% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Climeworks'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.
Climeworks has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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