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Haldor Topsoe

Haldor Topsoe A/S, commonly referred to as Topsoe, is a leading global provider of catalysts and technology solutions, headquartered in Denmark (DK). Founded in 1940, the company has established itself as a key player in the chemical and energy industries, focusing on areas such as hydrogen production, ammonia synthesis, and emissions reduction technologies. With a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and the Americas, Topsoe is renowned for its innovative core products, including high-performance catalysts and proprietary process technologies. These offerings are distinguished by their efficiency and sustainability, addressing the growing demand for cleaner energy solutions. Topsoe's commitment to research and development has positioned it as a market leader, with notable achievements in advancing green technologies and contributing to the global transition towards a more sustainable future.

DitchCarbon Score

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32

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Natural Gas Liquids 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.

16

Industry Benchmark

Haldor Topsoe's score of 32 is higher than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Haldor Topsoe's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Haldor Topsoe, headquartered in Denmark (DK), reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 117,134,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 42,216,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled approximately 395,911,000 kg CO2e. This reflects their ongoing commitment to sustainability and climate action. Topsoe has set ambitious targets to achieve net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2040, using 2020 as the baseline year. The company aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 95% by 2030. Additionally, Topsoe plans to transition to 100% renewable electricity sourcing by 2030 and ensure that 74% of its suppliers, based on emissions, will have science-based targets by 2027. Long-term commitments include maintaining the 95% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 2030 through 2040 and achieving a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by 2040. These targets encompass biogenic land-related emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks, aligning with industry standards for climate action.

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Scope 1
120,000,000
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Scope 2
44,000,000
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0,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Haldor Topsoe's primary industry is Natural Gas Liquids, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Haldor Topsoe is headquartered in DK, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Haldor Topsoe 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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