Haldor Topsoe A/S, commonly known as Topsoe, is a Danish company specialising in solutions for the natural gas liquids industry. Headquartered in Denmark, the firm operates globally, serving key regions across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 1940, Topsoe has established a strong reputation for its innovative catalytic technologies and process solutions.
The company’s core offerings include catalysts, process licensing, and engineering services tailored to optimise natural gas processing and liquids production. Its advanced technologies are recognised for enhancing efficiency and reducing environmental impact, setting it apart within the industry. With a history of significant milestones and a leading market position, Topsoe continues to drive innovation in natural gas liquids processing worldwide.
+36 vs industry average
Haldor Topsoe’s score of 53 is higher than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Natural Gas Liquids is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Natural Gas Liquids industry has reduced its overall emissions by 16% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Haldor Topsoe's reported carbon emissions
Haldor Topsoe, headquartered in DK, reported substantial greenhouse gas emissions across its operations. For the year 2023, the company's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 117,134,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions (market-based) amounted to about 42,216,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for the same year were significantly higher, totalling approximately 618,975,000 kg CO2e, with purchased goods and services being the largest contributor. The combined Scope 1 and 2 market-based emissions for 2023 were approximately 159,350,000 kg CO2e.
In 2022, Haldor Topsoe reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 104,391,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 market-based emissions of around 9,094,000 kg CO2e, with total Scope 3 emissions at approximately 552,707,000 kg CO2e. Combined Scope 1 and 2 market-based emissions for 2022 were approximately 113,485,000 kg CO2e.
The company has set ambitious climate targets. Haldor Topsoe is committed to reducing its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 95% by 2030, using a 2020 baseline. Furthermore, the company aims to reach net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2040. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are cascaded from its parent organisation, Topsoe A/S. The company also aims to transition to 100% renewable electricity sourcing by 2030 and has a long-term goal to reduce absolute Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2040.
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Haldor Topsoe’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
1 goal2030
95% reduction in all scopes
Scope 1 and 2: 95% GHG emission reduction in our own operations by 2030 from a 2020 baseline.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
Inherited from Topsøe Holding A/SRE 100
Climate Action 100
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Data year: 2025
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