Etex
Etex, officially known as Etex Group, is a leading global player in the building materials industry, headquartered in Belgium. Founded in 1905, the company has established a strong presence across Europe, Latin America, Africa, and Asia, focusing on innovative solutions for construction and renovation. Etex is renowned for its diverse range of products, including lightweight building materials, roofing systems, and fire protection solutions. What sets Etex apart is its commitment to sustainability and innovation, ensuring that their offerings not only meet but exceed industry standards. With a robust market position, Etex has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for its eco-friendly initiatives and cutting-edge technologies. The company continues to drive advancements in the construction sector, making it a trusted partner for builders and architects worldwide.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Etex's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Clay Construction Products industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
Etex's score of 35 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Etex's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Etex reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,870,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 870,447,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 148,471,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 2,658,553,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with a target of achieving a 35% reduction in absolute emissions for Scopes 1 and 2 by 2030, using 2018 as a baseline. Etex has made significant progress towards this goal, achieving a 22.8% reduction in emissions for Scopes 1 and 2 compared to the 2018 reference baseline. The company is also committed to reaching net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, aligning with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The emissions intensity for Scopes 1 and 2 was reported at 137.0 kg CO2e per tonne of sellable finished goods produced in 2023, indicating ongoing efforts to improve efficiency and sustainability in its operations. Etex's headquarters is located in Belgium, and it operates within the building products sector, demonstrating a proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 782,634,110 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 157,764,580 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Etex is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
