Ems Chemie, officially known as EMS-Chemie Holding AG, is a leading Swiss company headquartered in Domat/Ems, CH. Founded in 1936, it has established a strong presence in the global specialty chemicals and high-performance plastics industry, with significant operations across Europe, Asia, and the Americas.
The company is renowned for its innovative products, including engineering thermoplastics and specialty chemicals, which are integral to various sectors such as automotive, electronics, and medical technology. Ems Chemie's commitment to quality and sustainability sets it apart in a competitive market, contributing to its reputation as a trusted supplier.
With a focus on research and development, Ems Chemie has achieved notable milestones, solidifying its position as a market leader in high-performance materials. Its dedication to excellence continues to drive growth and innovation within the industry.
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Ems Chemie’s score of 40 is higher than 64% 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
Chemicals is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Chemicals industry has reduced its overall emissions by 6% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Ems Chemie's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Ems Chemie reported total carbon emissions of approximately 13.1 billion kg CO2e, comprising 22 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 84 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 12.9 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This data reflects a commitment to transparency and accountability in their environmental impact.
Ems Chemie has set ambitious climate targets, aiming to reduce its Scope 3 CO2 emissions by 25% by 2030, compared to 2021 levels. This initiative underscores their commitment to addressing emissions across their value chain. Additionally, the company has achieved an 85% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions intensity from 2001 to 2020, demonstrating significant progress in their operational efficiency.
The company is part of a corporate family under EMS-Chemie Holding AG, which influences its sustainability strategies and targets. Ems Chemie is also committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, aligning with global climate goals.
Overall, Ems Chemie's proactive approach to reducing carbon emissions and its clear targets position it as a responsible player in the chemicals sector, headquartered in Switzerland.
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Ems Chemie’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
25% reduction in scope 3 total
As a result, the EMS Group has decided to reduce its Scope 3 CO2 emissions by 25 % before 2030 (compared to 2021).
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Data year: 2024
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