Ems Chemie
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 reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Ems Chemie reported total carbon emissions of approximately 13,000,000,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes about 22,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 84,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. In 2023, the company recorded similar figures, with total emissions of about 13,400,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising approximately 20,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 85,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Ems Chemie has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 3 emissions by 25% by 2030, compared to 2021 levels. This target reflects the company's commitment to addressing its broader environmental impact. Additionally, Ems Chemie has achieved an impressive reduction of 85% in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions per tonne of product from 2001 to 2020. The company is also committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, as indicated by its Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitments. These targets are cascaded from its parent company, EMS-Chemie Holding AG, which underscores the company's alignment with industry standards for climate action. Ems Chemie's ongoing efforts to reduce its carbon footprint demonstrate a proactive approach to sustainability within the chemicals sector, positioning the company as a leader in environmental responsibility.
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| 2001 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 27,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 94,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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