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Elkem
Other Chemical and Allied Products Merchant WholesalersNorway
Last verified 2 months agoelkem.com
Elkem, officially known as Elkem ASA, is a leading player in the "Other Chemical and Allied Products Merchant Wholesalers" industry, with its headquarters situated in Norway. Established in 1904, the company has a long-standing history of innovation and growth, expanding its operations across key regions including Europe, Asia, and the Americas.
Specialising in the production of silicones, carbon solutions, and other advanced materials, Elkem is recognised for its high-quality, sustainable products that serve diverse industries such as construction, automotive, and electronics. Its commitment to innovation and environmental responsibility has cemented its position as a notable leader within the chemical sector, consistently achieving milestones that underscore its market influence and dedication to excellence.
76
DitchCarbon score
+21 vs industry average
Elkem’s score of 76 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Low
Other Chemical and Allied Products Merchant Wholesalers has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.178
20182025
The Other Chemical and Allied Products Merchant Wholesalers industry has reduced its overall emissions by 36% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Elkem's reported carbon emissions
Elkem reported total emissions of approximately 14.55 billion kg CO2e in 2025. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1.96 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of approximately 3.19 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of roughly 8.93 billion kg CO2e. Key contributors to Scope 3 emissions in 2025 were purchased goods and services (approximately 4.08 billion kg CO2e) and end-of-life treatment of sold products (about 2.58 billion kg CO2e).
Looking back, Elkem's total emissions were approximately 13.79 billion kg CO2e in 2024, 11.91 billion kg CO2e in 2023, 12.44 billion kg CO2e in 2022, 11.60 billion kg CO2e in 2021, and 10.27 billion kg CO2e in 2020. Scope 1 and 2 emissions in 2019 were reported as approximately 3.02 billion kg CO2e (market-based Scope 2).
Elkem has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for fully carbon-neutral production (zero fossil emissions) globally by 2050. The company also targets a 28% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions from a 2020 baseline by 2031. Furthermore, Elkem aims to cut its fossil CO2 emissions by 25% from 2020 to 2030, intending to improve its average product carbon footprint by 32% during the same period. These reduction targets are cascaded from Elkem ASA, the ultimate parent company.
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Elkem’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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