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 reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Evonik Industries AG reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 24,200,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 3,890,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 1,400,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2025, using 2008 as the baseline year. This commitment aligns with their goal to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. For the period from 2021 to 2030, Evonik aims to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 25%, with specific targets to cut Scope 1 emissions from electricity generation by 44% per MWh and all other Scope 1 emissions by 23.5%. Additionally, the company plans to reduce Scope 3 emissions from upstream activities by 15% compared to 2020 levels. Evonik's climate strategy is supported by its commitment to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which reinforces its dedication to limiting global warming to well below 2°C. The company is actively modernising its power plants to phase out coal-fired generation, further contributing to its sustainability objectives.
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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 "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 17% 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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