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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In 2024, Ems Chemie reported total carbon emissions of approximately 13,000,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3, 84,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 22,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1. This data reflects a slight decrease in Scope 3 emissions compared to 2023, where emissions were about 13,400,000,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 1 and 2 emissions remained relatively stable at approximately 20,000,000 kg CO2e and 85,000,000 kg CO2e, respectively. Ems Chemie has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 3 emissions by 25% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company has achieved an impressive 85% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions per tonne of product from 2001 to 2020. Ems Chemie is also committed to reaching net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, as part of its long-term sustainability strategy. The emissions data and targets are cascaded from its parent company, EMS-Chemie Holding AG, which oversees the company's sustainability initiatives. Ems Chemie's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint aligns with industry standards and reflects its dedication to environmental responsibility within the chemicals sector.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 22,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 87,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 13,600,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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.
Ems Chemie has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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