Covestro
Covestro AG, headquartered in Leverkusen, Germany, is a leading global manufacturer in the polymer industry, specialising in high-performance materials and innovative solutions. Founded in 2015, following its spin-off from Bayer, Covestro has rapidly established itself as a key player in the production of polycarbonate, polyurethane, and coatings, adhesives, and specialties. With a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and the Americas, Covestro is committed to sustainability and circular economy principles, offering unique products that enhance energy efficiency and reduce environmental impact. The company’s dedication to innovation has led to significant achievements, including advancements in bio-based materials and recycling technologies, positioning Covestro as a frontrunner in the industry.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Covestro's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Covestro's score of 32 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Covestro's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Covestro reported total carbon emissions of approximately 20,860,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 5,100,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 4,180,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 13,800,000,000 kg CO2e. Covestro has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions from its own production (Scope 1) and emissions from external energy sources (Scope 2) by 2035. Additionally, the company targets net-zero emissions across its entire value chain (Scope 3) by 2050. These commitments reflect Covestro's dedication to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change. The company has consistently disclosed its emissions data across all scopes, demonstrating transparency in its environmental impact and progress towards its long-term sustainability goals.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,330,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 5,070,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 4,680,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Covestro is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
