Elkem
Elkem ASA, a leading global provider of advanced materials, is headquartered in Norway and operates extensively across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Founded in 1904, Elkem has established itself as a key player in the silicon-based materials industry, focusing on areas such as silicones, silicon materials, and carbon solutions. The company is renowned for its innovative products, including high-performance silicones that cater to diverse applications in construction, automotive, and electronics. Elkem's commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology has positioned it as a market leader, with notable achievements in reducing carbon emissions and enhancing product efficiency. With a rich history and a forward-thinking approach, Elkem continues to drive advancements in materials science, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in various industries.
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Elkem's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Elkem reported total carbon emissions of approximately 11,910,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 2,210,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2,890,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 6,810,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marked a significant increase from previous years, with total emissions of about 12,440,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and 11,600,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021. Elkem has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for fully carbon-neutral production by 2050, which entails achieving zero fossil emissions globally. In the near term, the company targets a 28% reduction in absolute emissions from 2020 levels by 2031 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, while also improving its product footprint by 39%. Additionally, in Germany, Elkem plans to reduce emissions by at least 65% compared to 1990 levels by 2030, with a further target of 88% reduction by 2040. These commitments reflect Elkem's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Elkem is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
