Evonik Sustainability Profile
Evonik Industries AG, commonly referred to as Evonik, is a leading global player in the specialty chemicals sector, headquartered in Essen, Germany. Founded in 2001, the company has rapidly established itself as a key innovator in various industries, including automotive, pharmaceuticals, and agriculture. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, Evonik focuses on high-performance materials and innovative solutions that enhance product performance and sustainability. Its core offerings include silicas, polymers, and additives, which are distinguished by their exceptional quality and tailored applications. Evonik's commitment to research and development has positioned it as a market leader, consistently achieving notable milestones in sustainability and efficiency. The company's dedication to innovation and customer-centric solutions underscores its reputation as a trusted partner in the specialty chemicals industry.
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Evonik's score of 54 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Evonik's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Evonik Industries AG reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 26.7 billion kg CO2e, comprising 3.39 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1.67 billion kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 21.6 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2025, using 2008 levels as a baseline, specifically targeting both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This commitment aligns with their broader climate strategy, which includes a commitment to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) aiming for a reduction of 25% in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2021 base year. Evonik's climate initiatives also include a target to cut Scope 3 emissions from upstream activities by 15% by 2025, compared to 2020 levels. The company is actively modernising its power generation facilities to phase out coal-fired power, further supporting its sustainability goals. Additionally, Evonik aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, demonstrating a long-term commitment to reducing its environmental impact.
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| 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 8,938,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,800,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Evonik's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Evonik's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 14% last year and increased by approximately 11% since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 55% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Evonik's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Evonik 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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