Dsm Sustainability Profile
DSM, officially known as Koninklijke DSM N.V., is a global leader in health, nutrition, and materials, headquartered in the Netherlands. Founded in 1902, DSM has evolved from a Dutch coal mining company into a pioneering enterprise focused on sustainable solutions across various industries, including food, dietary supplements, and advanced materials. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, DSM is renowned for its innovative products and services, such as nutritional ingredients and biobased materials. The company is committed to sustainability, aiming to create brighter lives for all through its unique offerings that combine performance with environmental responsibility. Notable achievements include DSM's recognition as a leader in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index, reflecting its dedication to sustainable practices and market leadership in the health and nutrition sectors.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
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Dsm's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, DSM reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,050,000,000 kg CO2e globally, comprising 572,800,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 481,700,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Notably, their Scope 3 emissions were significant, amounting to about 9,900,000,000 kg CO2e, primarily driven by purchased goods and services, which accounted for approximately 7,581,870,000 kg CO2e. In the Netherlands, DSM's emissions included 71,300,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 16,900,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based). In the US, the company reported 109,300,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 3,900,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based). In Germany, emissions were recorded at 111,700,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 3,600,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (location-based). In China, DSM's emissions included 48,600,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and a substantial 385,400,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based). DSM has committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its operations and value chains by 2050, with this target encompassing both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This long-term commitment reflects their strategic focus on sustainability and climate action, starting from 2023. The data presented is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that DSM is independently reporting its emissions and climate commitments.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Dsm'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.
Dsm 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.
